jan 1, 632 - Basin (Baptistère de St. Louis)
Description:
Made out of granite masonry, covered with a silk curtain, calligraphy in gold and silver wrapped thread. Was made in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. Depicts officials and warriors riding on horseback. Was first used for things like washing dishes and such but was later used for baptisms by the French.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 632
Now
~ 1395 years ago