Images of Medieval Art and Architecture
The Treasure of Saint Denis
Cameo of a Queen (Queen of Sheba)
Images
Adapted from Félibien, Plate III, Item
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Texts
Description
Agate on which is represented the head of a queen. The border is veremil,
worked in filigree and set with precious stones.
Félibien, pages 541. Translated by Jane Vadnal.
Subsequent History
- Taken to the Louvre, December 5, 1793
- Sold in 1798.
Bibliography
Louvre, no. 36, p, 212.
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Created by J Vadnal, July, 1998
