Rare bronze cross pendant dating from the Byzantine Empire (7th – 10th century AD), authentic testimony to the daily piety of Byzantine Christians.
This religious artifact presents the typical characteristics of Byzantine goldsmithery with its balanced arms and sober style, reflecting the sacred art of the period.
Cross with balanced arms in sober style characteristic of Byzantine art.
Not described in available sources.
Flan and edge
Patinated bronze showing stable archaeological patina testifying to its antiquity.
Dimensions: 34 mm × 20 mm. Material: patinated bronze. Satisfactory state of conservation with period patina.
In the Byzantine Empire, cross pendants represented the integration of Christianity into daily life, symbols of devotion and fidelity to imperial orthodoxy, considered protective talismans.
Testimony to the meeting between art, faith and Byzantine imperial identity, precious piece for collectors of paleochristian and medieval objects.
Provenance: former Dutch private collection acquired before 1990. Certificate of authenticity provided. European specialized auction under expert control.
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