Pyx in the Form of a Dove c. 1220 - 1230

anonymous

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This 13th-century, anonymous artwork depicts a dove, a traditional symbol of peace, perched upon a circular base. The bird's body and tail are decorated with intricate blue and gold enamel work and the circular base features a border of miniature "castles" further adorned with gold. The dove's body is hollow and can be opened, indicating that it was intended as a pyx, a container for consecrated hosts. This dove-shaped pyx is a beautiful example of the craftsmanship and symbolism of the 13th-century.