Domschatz Quedlinburg, Medieval treasury museum in Quedlinburg, Germany
The Domschatz is a museum housing a collection of medieval artworks crafted from gold, silver, ivory, and crystal, adorned with gemstones and intricate detailing. The exhibition displays over fifty precious objects that document the craftsmanship of the Middle Ages.
The collection originated in 919 when Heinrich of Saxony founded Quedlinburg as a royal residence and his wife Mathilde established a convent on Castle Hill. From this religious institution, a significant repository of precious objects developed over the centuries.
The collection displays religious artworks created over centuries for the church, reflecting the devotion of their era. Visitors see sculptures, paintings, and oriental crystal pieces that preserve the wealth and craftsmanship of earlier generations.
A visit is best on a quieter weekday when the rooms are not crowded and the fine details of the objects are easier to appreciate. The exhibition is centrally located in Quedlinburg and easily accessible, with space to pause and study each artwork.
An ancient Persian carpet, one of Europe's oldest preserved knotted carpets, dates from the 12th century and shows the connection to distant trade routes. This type of object reveals how far-reaching medieval trade networks were and what treasures they brought to Quedlinburg.
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