Hanging Lamp in the Form of a Peacock

Unknown

6th–7th century · Copper alloy, cast · Medieval Art

Hanging Lamp in the Form of a Peacock — Unknown

Conjuring images of the garden of paradise and heavenly splendor, the peacock became a Christian symbol in the 300s.

Artist: Unknown
Date: 6th–7th century
Medium: Copper alloy, cast
Culture: Byzantine
Department: Medieval Art
Credit line: Fletcher Fund, 1961

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