Plaque from a Chasse

Art Historical Context

This exquisite *Plaque from a Ch*, crafted in 13th-century France, offers a glimpse into the opulent world of medieval religious art. using the champlevé enamel technique on a copper-gilt base, it measures a delicate 2 15/16 x 8 7/8 inches, perfect for adorning a *chasse*—a box-like reliquary shaped like a miniature church or house, designed to house sacred relics such as saints' bones. These plaques, often arranged in narrative scenes on the reliquary's surfaces, were prized possessions of churches and nobility, blending artistry with profound spiritual purpose. Champlevé enamel, a hallmark ...