generic term for grave marker found on a wall or ceiling/vault to draw attention to a floor tomb or grave; sometimes called a "formella" in Italian scholarship when referring to a framed stone block
escutcheon
shield, or shield-like surface upon which coats of arms are depicted
Alternate Names: shield; shield of arms
Getty ID: 300138227
Decorative Elements
arms
the escutcheon, or shield, carries the arms in the heraldic achievement
Alternate Names: coat of arms; heraldry
Getty ID: 300126352
inscription
words, texts, lettering, or symbols carved, inlaid, or painted on a memorial
presumed role based on incomplete evidence; for burials, we know the burial is in this church, we think it is in this tomb; for patronage and other relationships, there is evidence to suggest the connection, but it has not been confirmed
presumed role based on incomplete evidence; for burials, we know the burial is in this church, we think it is in this tomb; for patronage and other relationships, there is evidence to suggest the connection, but it has not been confirmed
