Ivory Ggravoir Or Hair Parter
Abstract
n ivory gravoir or hair parter. It is cream-coloured with traces of brown stain. The gravoir is carved to conform to the bend of the tusk from which it is carved. It is carved with a scene of a couple embracing, possibly Tristan and Isolde. He lifts his hand to caress her face. He wears a short tunic and belt with a deep gole over his shoulders and she is dressed in a long gown.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Viking Age and Medieval Scandinavia
Medieval Literature and History
Medieval European History and Architecture
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
- Publication date
- 11 March 2026
- Language
- EN
- Document type
- Dataset