Lantern of Begon: John the Baptist

Image: Lantern of Begon: John the Baptist

Detail of the Lantern of Begon, showing an embossed relief of John the Baptist with the Lamb of God. Known also as the Lantern of St. Vincent, this lantern-shaped reliquary was probably made in Conques in the 11th century. Conques Abbey, Conques, France.

Id
6214
Creator
David Joyal
Date
July 7, 2008
Location
Conques Abbey, Conques, France
Resolution
3888 x 2592 px (10 MP)
Camera
Canon EOS 40D
focal length
30mm