Coffin of Christ (detail)

UNKNOWN GOTHIC MASTER, sculptor

(15th century)

c. 1480
Painted wood, height: 65 and 64 cm
Christian Museum, Esztergom

The decorated coffin, mounted on four wheels, was used at Easter ceremonies. The detail represents Apostles St Philip and St Simon.

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