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This luxury object is masterfully fashioned from a single piece of wood. The openwork carving is intended to resemble Gothic windows. The inscription reads, "mon ♥️ aves" on one side and "pour bien" on the other, translated to "you have my heart in your possession."
| Artist / Maker | France, Gothic period, 15th century |
|---|---|
| Date | 1400s |
| Culture / Origin | France, Gothic period, 15th century |
| Medium | boxwood |
| Dimensions | Overall: 11.5 x 16.1 cm (4 1/2 x 6 5/16 in.) |
| Department | Medieval Art |
| Type | Jewelry |
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Provenance & Source
Image & data: Cleveland Museum of Art, CC0 / Public Domain.
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