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Though recent publications give Italy as the possible origin of this piece, the style, iconography, background and spelling of the inscription compare closely to Catalonian frescoes.
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Title: Plaque with the Annunciation
Date: ca. 1200–1225
Geography: Made in Central Italy; Made in Catalonia, Spain or
Culture: Catalan or Central Italian
Medium: Champlevé enamel, copper-gilt
Dimensions: Overall: 13 11/16 x 12 3/16 x 1/16 in. (34.7 x 31 x 0.2 cm)
Classification: Enamels-Champlevé
Credit Line: Gift of George Blumenthal, 1941
Accession Number: 41.100.180
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