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Inkpot with a Monk in a Pulpit
anonymous, anonymous, c. 1380 - c. 1400
This amusing tableau of a monk who can barely see over the edge of the pulpit is actually a unique medieval inkpot: a scribe could dip his pen or quill in the sleeves of monk’s habit. The scene might refer to the Carthusians, who because of their vow of silence were not allowed to spread the Word of God verbally, but only in writing.
- Artwork typeinkwell
- Object numberBK-2017-48
- Dimensionsheight 92.1 mm x width 56.5 mm x depth 44 mm, diameter 16 mm (opening underside)
- Physical characteristicsboxwood











