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Reredoses

Scope note

Use for large structures above and behind Christian altars containing appropriate religious images; may form part of the inner side of an altar screen.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300075947

Broader Terms used

altarpieces

Equivalent Terms used

reredos

Created

13yrs ago

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