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Medieval copper alloy aquamanile
In the form of a stag, horns missing. The handle has a zoomorphic head.
This held water for washing hands between courses - polite manners in noble households.
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© Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales
© Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales
© Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales
© Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales
© Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales
© Amgueddfa Cymru - National Museum Wales
Collection Area
Archaeology & Numismatics
Item Number
19.315
Find Information
Site Name: Nantcol, Gwynedd
Acquisition
Donation, 13/12/1919
Measurements
maximum height / mm:278.0
Material
copper alloy
Location
St Fagans Life Is gallery : Tableware
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