St. Augustine’s cope (mantle) was originally covered entirely in silver, which has flaked away over time. The red that we see today is bole, the clay-like pigment used as a […]
St. Augustine’s cope (mantle) was originally covered entirely in silver, which has flaked away over time. The red that we see today is bole, the clay-like pigment used as a […]
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The Birmingham Museum of Art will be closed to the public from Monday, April 28 through Monday, May 5 to allow for preparations for our annual Museum Ball.
We will resume normal operating hours on Tuesday, May 6.
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you back soon.