Medieval Goldsmiths and the Bestiary Flashcards
1
Q
What is Repuce?
A
A type of goldsmithing in which the gold is beaten from the behind.
2
Q
What is Britch?
A
A combination of ingredients that makes a very sticky substances that becomes extremely hard when cooled.
3
Q
What is the Bestiary?
A
The Book of Beasts.
4
Q
What was the Bestiary used for?
A
As an encyclopedia that identifies a selection of animals, plants, and precious stones.
5
Q
How did Christians see the Bestiary?
A
As an instructional and educational tool, along with everyone else.
6
Q
What was inside of the Bestiary?
A
Descriptions of animals and illustrations of them.
