/internal/media/dispatcher/1000971/resize%25253Aformat%25253DthumbnailBaptism of Christmid-13th centuryLimoges36.8 x 21.1 x 2.8 cm (14 1/2 x 8 5/16 x 1 1/8 in.)Champlevé enamel and gilding on copperBartlett Collection—Museum purchase with funds from the Francis Bartlett Donation of 191250.8581Relief with three pinholes (in the ewer and lower corners) representing John the Baptist in three-quarter view pouring water from a ewer over a nimbed frontal Christ. With his right arm raised in benediction, Christ stands immersed to the thighs in water (the river Jordan). Single copper sheet, repoussé (into a mold), cut out, champlevé, engraved, chased, enameled, and gilded. The blue glass eyes are inset. Both figures have finely chased long hair and beards. Curved segments of white enamel indicate the movement of the water, in which fish are in reserve and engraved. All except two swim to the left. Saint John's garment is chased to indicate fur on the outside.Enamels36.80000000002.80000000005234001