Embroidered Medallion

Byzantine

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This medallion showing the Evangelist symbol for Matthew (an angel), and its pair depicting John, originally formed a group with two other medallions showing the symbols for Mark and Luke. Their small scale suggests that they may have been attached to a stole (epitrachelion).

Embroidered Medallion, Silk and metal thread embroidery on a foundation of linen plain weave, Byzantine

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Embroidered Medallion, Silk and metal thread embroidery on a foundation of linen plain weave, Byzantine
Embroidered Medallion, Silk and metal thread embroidery on a foundation of linen plain weave, Byzantine
Embroidered Medallion, Silk and metal thread embroidery on a foundation of linen plain weave, Byzantine

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