Panel

Unknown

6th–7th century · Wood; carved · Islamic Art

A medallion filled with a lion, a symbol of Christ, is flanked by cross-inscribed medallions. Holes on the underside suggest that the panel formed the crest of a piece of furniture or of a barrier.

Artist

Unknown

Date

6th–7th century

Medium

Wood; carved

Department

Islamic Art

Credit line

Purchase, V. Everit Macy Gift, 1930