Wing of an Ivory Triptych with Scenes from the Life of Christ

970–1030
On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 303
This fragmentary door displays on its interior three scenes from the life of Christ: the Virgin of the Annunciation; the Crucifixion; and the angel seated on Christ's tomb.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Wing of an Ivory Triptych with Scenes from the Life of Christ
  • Date: 970–1030
  • Geography: Made in probably in Constantinople
  • Culture: Byzantine
  • Medium: Elephant ivory
  • Dimensions: Overall: 7 5/8 x 1 13/16 x 5/16 in. (19.3 x 4.6 x 0.8 cm)
  • Classification: Ivories-Elephant
  • Credit Line: Rogers Fund, 1980
  • Object Number: 1980.294
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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