Description:

Eastern Roman Empire, Byzantium, Byzantine, ca. 14th century CE. A bronze cast figure depicting the Archangel Michael valiantly holding two of his traditional attributes, a sword and spear. Silver inlays once adorned his belt, garment, and possibly weapons. As Chief Commander of the Heavenly hosts, Saint Michael bravely challenged the Devil. Satan, after all, was Michael's opponent in the battle for Heaven. The figures' gestures and motion are characteristically pantomime-like, and his form with the exception of his visage is largely flat. Both of these stylistic elements are hallmarks of Byzantine art. A fine example! Size: 3.25" W x 4.75" H (8.3 cm x 12.1 cm)

Provenance: Ex-Estate of M. Reiniger, Chicago, IL

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  • Condition: Losses to feet and lower terminus of left hand.

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