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The chalice and paten—the most important liturgical vessels—are used at the altar by the priest for the consecration of the Eucharistic bread and wine during the celebration of the mass. This chalice survives with its original paten. The form of the chalice evolved over the centuries. Gothic chalices, like this one, gradually developed angular or faceted knops, generally hexagonal, with lobed feet. This sublime example is decorated with filigree enamel consisting of twisted gold wire forming a floral design, which in turn is filled with colorful glass pastes. Gemstones add to the embellishment.
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155579
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Chalice and Paten
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155579
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Chalice and Paten
description
The chalice and paten—the most important liturgical vessels—are used at the altar by the priest for the consecration of the Eucharistic bread and wine during the celebration of the mass. This chalice survives with its original paten. The form of the chalice evolved over the centuries. Gothic chalices, like this one, gradually developed angular or faceted knops, generally hexagonal, with lobed feet. This sublime example is decorated with filigree enamel consisting of twisted gold wire forming a floral design, which in turn is filled with colorful glass pastes. Gemstones add to the embellishment.
date
c. 1450–1480
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CC0
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CC0
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en
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Q60760729
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Metalwork
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1
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import
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Overall: 24.6 cm (9 11/16 in.)
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Hungary, Budapest?, 15th century
accession
1990.3
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gilt silver and filigree enamel
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Chalice and Paten, c. 1450–1480. Hungary, Budapest?, 15th century. Gilt silver and filigree enamel; overall: 24.6 cm (9 11/16 in.). The Cleveland Museum of Art, John L. Severance Fund, 1990.3
collection
MED - Gothic
citations
citation
Eikelmann, Renate. "Notable Acquisitions." <em>The Bulletin of the Cleveland Museum of Art</em> 78, no. 3 (1991): 63-147.
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Reproduced and Mentioned: p. 74
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John L. Severance Fund
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2026-05-29 08:04:31.540000
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155579
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Medieval Art
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MED - Gothic
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gilt silver and filigree enamel
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