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Door Handle KnockerThis bronze door knocker features a hollow lion's head. Surrounding the lion’s head are nine knobs radiating outwards. Possibly made in Constantinople…
Solidus of PhocasSolidi were the highest denomination of coins in the sixth and seventh centuries in the Byzantine Empire. Made of gold, they were used to make…
St. Nicholas RingThis ring of St. Nicholas was most likely created during the 13th century, and it was created in a way to make it look like it was the gemstone…
Fragment of a Hanging with Two Figures in ArcadesThis textile furnishing was found in Egypt in a burial context, alongside many other tapestry fragments. Originally used as a wall hanging, this piece…
Capital with Bust of the Archangel MichaelThis marble capital features the Archangel Michael holding a scepter and orb. The winged angel can be identified by inscription on the left side of…
Pair of Kolti with SirensThis pair of Kolti were hollow pendants to allow for perfume to waft from the wearer. They were hung over the heads and attached to strings of pearls…
Icon with the CrucifixionThis ivory scene of the Crucifixion has Jesus being crucified as the center piece. On his left is his mother Mary and on the right is Saint John the…
Mathematical TablesThe mathematical tables pictured here are most likely from a Christian community and school in Fayyum, Egypt during the 6th or 7th century. The…
Standing Warrior from a Rosette CasketThis ivory fragment is thick and conical, due to the natural curve of the elephant tusk from which it is carved. The high relief creates extreme…
Bracelet with Bust of RomaA personification, Roma or possibly Athena, is depicted on this bracelet made of gold. No matter her identity, the presence of a goddess on jewelry in…