French - Mirror Cover with Hawking Scene - Walters 71275 - Back
Summary
On the back of this mirror cover a couple on horseback are shown hawking; this was a pastime suitable for noble young lovers as they could be together away from the castle or manor house for their amorous pursuits. The scene is surrounded by a six-lobed frame set within a circle and four crouched dragons.
Tags
Date
1300 - 1399
Source
Walters Art Museum
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