Ivory and silver reliquary from the 5th century
Capsella di Samagher, back
Ivory and silver reliquary from the 5th century
Capsella di Samagher, back
Artist: Unknown
VM number: 0051
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Description: Capsella di Samagher reliquary, a box made of ivory and silver from the 5th century. Reliefs are carved on lid and all sides, depicting religious scenes. On this view of back of reliquary, women and men are standing in orans pose while a man and a woman kneel to receive eucharist. The decorative columns appear to be those of St. Peter's cathedral in Rome.
Century: 5th century
Photographer: Graham, Shala
Date Taken: January 3, 2023
Location: Museo Archaeologico Nazionale di Venezia (National Archaeological Museum of Venice)
