Images of Medieval Art and Architecture
The Treasure of Saint Denis

Plaque of Lapis-Lazuli


Images

Engraving by Félibien

Photo

Adapted from Félibien, Plate III, Item F

Paris, Louvre, MR 95



Texts


Description

Lapis-lazuli on which is represented A Christ wit the letters IC. XC., that is, Jesus Christ. On the reverse is an image of the Virgin, with the letters MP OT, That is Mother of God. The mounting of this lapis is gold decorated with pearls and gems.

Félibien, pages 541. Translated by Jane Vadnal.
Subsequent History


Notes


Bibliography

Félibien, pages 209, 256, and 540.

Louvre,no 39, pp 218-20.


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