The Nativity
Baptismal Spoon
early 19th century (made)
early 19th century (made)
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Baptismal spoon in mother of pearl. On the outside of the shell enclosed by foliate decoration is carved a scene of the Nativity showing the Virgin and St. Joseph together with angels adoring the Child, who lies in a wicker cradle in the centre. Above is the star.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Title | The Nativity (generic title) |
| Materials and techniques | Carved mother of pearl |
| Brief description | Baptismal spoon, mother of pearl, Jerusalem (probably carved by Franciscans), early 19th century |
| Physical description | Baptismal spoon in mother of pearl. On the outside of the shell enclosed by foliate decoration is carved a scene of the Nativity showing the Virgin and St. Joseph together with angels adoring the Child, who lies in a wicker cradle in the centre. Above is the star. |
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| Credit line | Given by Mrs Ellen Oldham |
| Production | Probably carved by Franciscans |
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| Accession number | A.73-1927 |
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| Record created | January 8, 2004 |
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