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Historical Archive: Saint Simeon plaque, St. Symeon Stylites

Syria, sixth to seventh century (late sixth?)
found in area of Ma'aret el Noman
silver and gilt, 30 x 26 x 1 cm (11.8 x 10.2 x .4 inches)
Paris, Musée du Louvre Bj 2180 / MND 2035


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full panel
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oblique view
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with person for scale
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St. Simeon
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serpent
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body of serpent
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stair or ladder
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Greek inscription:
dedication to St. Simeon stylite
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conch, pearl