Byzantine Bronze pendant cross, 10 cm -EX Ifergan museum -

This piece is an enkolpion, a type of pectoral reliquary that was very popular during the Middle Byzantine period, specifically between the 11th and 13th centuries AD. The central figure depicts the Virgin Mary in an attitude of intercession, with her arms raised in prayer. This posture symbolises her role as a mediator between humanity and the divine. The engraved circle around the figure’s head indicates her holiness and divine nature. The very silhouette of the object was considered a sacred amulet capable of warding off evil and physically protecting the wearer. Provenance: German private collection acquired on the EU market in the 2000s, purchased at an auction house, 2026, Netherlands Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days. For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange. Due to Switzerland customs regulations, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland

Estimate:$448.09

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