Bench

Unknown

15th century · Walnut and oak · The Cloisters

Like the bench depicted on the central panel of Campin's Annunciation Triptych, in this room, this bench is decorated with finials in the form of lions and dogs. The hinged seat could be lifted so that the cavity underneath could serve as a storage space.

Artist

Unknown

Date

15th century

Medium

Walnut and oak

Culture

South Netherlandish

Department

The Cloisters

Credit line

Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Edward S. Moore, 1944