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—a frequent subject in ecclesiastical decoration of the Middle Ages—are, the Pitcher from which Jesus poured water; the Towel —represented as hanging on a ring—wherewith He wiped the Apostles’ feet; the Two Swords which they showed Him, when He said, “It is enough;” the Ear of Malchus; St. Peter’s Sword, represented as a small falchion; the Post to which the Saviour was bound; the Scourge; the Crown of Thorns; the Reed wherewith He was smitten on the head; the Cro ; the Ladder; the Nails; the Spear of Long in us, cro ed by the Reed with the Sponge; the Fire at which St. Peter warmed himself; the Cock; the Pincers, and a Heart pierced with five wounds.