Byzantine Bronze pendant cross, 10 cm -EX Ifergan museum -
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Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Description from the seller
This piece is an enkolpion, a type of pectoral reliquary that was very popular during the Middle Byzantine period, specifically between the 11th and 13th centuries AD. The central figure depicts the Virgin Mary in an attitude of intercession, with her arms raised in prayer. This posture symbolises her role as a mediator between humanity and the divine. The engraved circle around the figure’s head indicates her holiness and divine nature. The very silhouette of the object was considered a sacred amulet capable of warding off evil and physically protecting the wearer.
Provenance: German private collection acquired on the EU market in the 2000s, purchased at an auction house, 2026, Netherlands
Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange.
Due to Switzerland customs regulations, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland
Seller's Story
Ifergan Gallery – Ancient Art is an antique art gallery located in Malaga, with more than 10 years of experience specializing in ancient art and archaeology. The pieces we offer come from the Ifergan Collection Museum, which guarantees their historical value and quality. Our goal is to bring authentic archaeological pieces to both collectors and those who wish to start collecting, offering original works for different budgets and always with the maximum guarantees. All our pieces have been legally acquired and are shipped with a certificate of authenticity and export permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, with fast and secure shipping via DHL Express.
This piece is an enkolpion, a type of pectoral reliquary that was very popular during the Middle Byzantine period, specifically between the 11th and 13th centuries AD. The central figure depicts the Virgin Mary in an attitude of intercession, with her arms raised in prayer. This posture symbolises her role as a mediator between humanity and the divine. The engraved circle around the figure’s head indicates her holiness and divine nature. The very silhouette of the object was considered a sacred amulet capable of warding off evil and physically protecting the wearer.
Provenance: German private collection acquired on the EU market in the 2000s, purchased at an auction house, 2026, Netherlands
Statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot. The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged. The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
For buyers outside the European Union (EU) a Spanish export license is required. This will take several weeks to arrange.
Due to Switzerland customs regulations, this lot cannot be sold to customers residing in Switzerland
Seller's Story
Ifergan Gallery – Ancient Art is an antique art gallery located in Malaga, with more than 10 years of experience specializing in ancient art and archaeology. The pieces we offer come from the Ifergan Collection Museum, which guarantees their historical value and quality. Our goal is to bring authentic archaeological pieces to both collectors and those who wish to start collecting, offering original works for different budgets and always with the maximum guarantees. All our pieces have been legally acquired and are shipped with a certificate of authenticity and export permit issued by the Spanish Ministry of Culture, with fast and secure shipping via DHL Express.
Details
Culture
Byzantine
Century/timeframe
Circa 8th-12th Century AD
Name of object
pendant cross, 10 cm -EX Ifergan museum -
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2026
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
