Ivories 1300-1400: Religious & secular subjects

During the 14th century specialist ivory craftsmen carved both secular and religious objects in great numbers. Although Paris was the main centre of production, other workshops emerged in Italy and Germany. Some of the craftsmen may have been trained in Paris as their work often combines French and local styles.

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Medieval Ivory Carvings: Early Christian to Romanesque

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