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The Baptism of Christ

Unknown artist, late 10th–early 11th century

This ivory is generally attributed to a Winchester workshop on the basis of the similarity of its figure style to that found in a group of late 10th or early 11th century illuminated manuscripts produced at Winchester. No other ivory carving was believed to reflect the fully-developed Winchester style to such a high degree or in so sculptural a manner.

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Title of artwork, date

The Baptism of Christ, late 10th–early 11th century

Date supported

1974

Medium and material

Walrus ivory

Dimensions

9 cm

Grant

5000

Total cost

30000

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