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Hanging with Christian Images, 500s. Creator: Unknown
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Hanging with Christian Images, 500s. Creator: Unknown
Hanging with Christian Images, 500s. The significance of this rare hanging with Christian symbols outweighs its fragmentary condition. It likely served as a decorative wall hanging in a church or a home. Beneath the entablature of the arch decorated with interlacing bands stand three young men dressed in tunics, their arms raised. They may represent the three Hebrews who refused to worship a golden idol, and when cast into the fiery furnace, remained unharmed due to Gods deliverance (Daniel 3:19-30). Above them is a Christogram formed by the first two letters of Christs name in Greek, X (chi) and P (rho), flanked by the letters alpha and omega. Beneath the arch, an ankh, an ancient Egyptian symbol of life, is framed by two birds. Another Christogram appears above the arch between two peacocks. The significance of the combined use of these images and symbols lies in their invocation of Christs redemptive and life-giving power
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6th Century Byzantine Period Dyed Wool Plain Weave Tabby Undyed Linen
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This print showcases a rare and fragmentary hanging adorned with Christian symbols, dating back to the 6th century Byzantine period. Despite its condition, the significance of this artwork surpasses any imperfections it may possess. It is believed that this exquisite piece once graced the walls of either a church or a home, serving as a decorative element. The focal point of the hanging is an arch embellished with interlacing bands, beneath which three young men stand in tunics with raised arms. These figures possibly represent the courageous Hebrews who defied worshiping a golden idol and were miraculously saved from harm when cast into a fiery furnace by God's intervention (Daniel 3:19-30). Above them lies a Christogram formed by Greek letters X (chi) and P (rho), flanked by alpha and omega symbols - all signifying Christ's name. Below the arch, an ancient Egyptian symbol called an ankh, representing life, is framed by two birds. Another Christogram adorns the space between two majestic peacocks above the arch. The combination of these powerful images and symbols holds deep meaning as they invoke Christ's redemptive power and emphasize his ability to grant eternal life. Preserved using dyed wool and undyed linen materials through plain weave tabby technique with inwoven tapestry weave elements, this remarkable textile now finds its place at The Cleveland Museum of Art under unknown creatorship but cherished for its historical value.
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