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Situla

German (Hildesheim)

ca. 1220–30

Not on view

Situlae, or holy-water vessels, have long played a role in the liturgy, but copper alloy examples like this one are rare. The casting process for such a piece was sophisticated and costly, and it probably originated in a church of significance. Until recently the object was in use at the parish church of Saint Michael in Seesen-Bilderlahe.

Situla, Copper alloy with iron handle (probably restored), German (Hildesheim) — Due to rights restrictions, this image cannot be enlarged, viewed at full screen, or downloaded.

Title: Situla

Date: ca. 1220–30

Culture: German (Hildesheim)

Medium: Copper alloy with iron handle (probably restored)

Dimensions: H. without handle: 6 15/16 in. (17.7); Diameter (upper edge): 6 3/16 in. (15.7 cm); Diameter (bottom): 4 1/8 in. (10.4 cm)

Classification: Metalwork-Copper alloy

Credit Line: Dom-Museum HIldesheim, on loan from the parish church of St. Micahel, Seesen-Bilderlahe (DEP 2005–3)

Accession Number: SL.5.2013.1.31

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