Medieval art in motion: the inventory and gift giving of Queen Clémence de Hongrie

Abstract

"Reconstructs the art collection and material culture around the fourteenth-century French queen Clémence de Hongrie. Examines how she moved her objects in a deliberate strategy to build her identity and create a lasting legacy for herself and her family in medieval Paris."--Provided by publisher.

Contents

The life, times, and art of an international queen -- Systems of exchange : moving art and material culture -- The body, the altar, and the table : possessions and sites of identity proclamation -- The queen's manuscripts and identity -- Gift giving in the gothic world -- The queen and ritual gift giving -- Gifts to individuals, near and far -- Conclusion : good and glorious exchange.