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The evangelists write their Gospels here with the aid of their characteristic symbols. An ox literally open’s Luke’s eyes to receive divine inspiration, while Mark’s lion seems to be speaking to the author. This plaque, which probably was affixed to the cover of an Ottonian Gospel book, now decorates the cover of a late fifteenth-century Gospel lectionary.
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Title: Plaque with Christ in Majesty and the Four Evangelists
Date: 11th century
Geography: Made in Cologne, Germany
Culture: Ottonian
Medium: Elephant ivory
Dimensions: Overall: 6 1/8 x 3 3/4 in. (15.6 x 9.5 cm)
Classification: Ivories-Elephant
Credit Line: Gift of George Blumenthal, 1941
Object Number: 41.100.169
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