Navicula or incense boat

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Abstract

An incense boat in gilt bronze, it has an oval body with a flat top and a six-sided stem and foot. There are two lids hinged in centre. The lid is decorated with a floral motif and two serpents curving up from the lid. Probably German, 15th century.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Historical Art and Architecture Studies Medieval European History and Architecture Cultural and Mythological Studies

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
11 March 2026
Language
EN
Document type
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