BYZANTINE BRONZE RELIQUARY CROSS WITH CHRIST AND SAINTS IN ROUNDELS
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Ca. 800-1000 AD A cast-bronze reliquary cross pendant composed of two cruciform plaques that fit together, a hinged mechanism to the top and bottom, and a loop for suspension. One face displays crucified Christ between St John and Virgin Mary, and below the sun and the moon, the other face displays Virgin Mary with Saints in roundels to each arm. This type of cross can be opened to hold a small relic or a prayer document. Relics, as the physical remains of saints or objects associated with Christ, held tremendous power in medieval Christianity. For a comprision see The British Museum, Museum number 1985,0305.1.Size: L:100mm / W:55mm ; 113.96gProvenance: Property of a London Ancient Art Gallery; formerly in the famous Alison Barker collection, a retired London barrister; acquired between early 1960s to 1990s.
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BYZANTINE BRONZE RELIQUARY CROSS WITH CHRIST AND SAINTS IN ROUNDELS
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