Aquamanile in Shape of a Lion

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Aquamanile in Shape of a Lion

German, ca. 1200-1250            

brass
height 27.9 cm
length 28.1 cm 

A water vessel or ewer used by a priest in the Middle Ages for washing his hands during the celebration of Mass. The vessel was filled through the opening on top of the animal's head, and the water was poured through its mouth.

Portland Art Museum European Collection, 44.1
Children's Museum Fund

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Portland Art Museum - Public Access
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Portland Art Museum
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Metal Arts, Sculpture, Utilitarian Objects
Keywords: 
Lion, Ewer, Ritual vessels
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