feb 2, 1148 - Innsbruck Bowl

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12th century
held in Innsbruck, Austria

Decoration done in cloisonne and champleve enamel; shows Ascension of Alexander when Alexander harnessed griffins to lift him into the air so he could view his territories; rim inscription tells of Islamic prince who is the opponent of polytheists (Christians from Islamic perspective)

princely cycle: images of hunting, music, pleasurable entertainments of court

terms: princely cycle, cloisonne enamel, champleve enamel, Ascension of Alexander

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