Belt Ornament, 4th century, Made in Rome (possibly), Roman or Byzantine, Copper alloy, gilt, Overall: 1 15/16 x 1 9/16 x 3/16

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Belt Ornament, 4th century, Made in Rome (possibly), Roman or Byzantine, Copper alloy, gilt, Overall: 1 15/16 x 1 9/16 x 3/16 in. ( x 4 x cm), Metalwork-Bronze, A couple stands in the traditional Roman marriage pose under a Christogram on the front of this ornament; Bellerophon on the winged horse Pegasus triumphs over the mythical Chimera on the back. Classical traditions were combined with the new faith as Christianity became the dominant religion in the Empire

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Size: 3504px × 3542px
Photo credit: © Artokoloro / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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