{"product_id":"medieval-bronze-enamel-cross-pendant-harmony-11th-13th-c-ce","title":"Medieval Bronze Enamel Cross Pendant - 'Harmony' (11th–13th c. CE)","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Medieval bronze enamel cross pendant named 'Harmony', with five round cells, rectangular connecting fields and paired terminal knobs, giving the Christian emblem a patterned surface with surviving enamel remnants.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Motif:\u003cbr\u003eFive round cells mark the centre and arm ends, joined by four rectangular fields along the branches. Paired knobs extend the terminals, adding a repeated rhythm to the outline. Enamel remnants survive in the recessed fields on both faces, adding contrast to their patterned surface. The arrangement treats the cross as a pattern of linked fields rather than a sacred portrait. Within Christian devotion, the emblem signifies faith and salvation; its ordered cells add ornamental emphasis while the two-sided decoration retains the same recognizable cross-shaped form.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDetails:\u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Bronze\u003cbr\u003eDimensions: Overall height: 40 mm; Width: 32 mm; Thickness: 2 mm\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 5 g\u003cbr\u003eCondition: Round and rectangular fields preserved; enamel remnants on both faces; paired terminal knobs and surface deposits remain.\u003cbr\u003eProvenance: Private collection, the Netherlands; acquired by Aurora Antiqua in September 2026.\u003cbr\u003eUnique Identifier: P-55-B\u003cbr\u003eAuthenticity: Comes with certificate of authenticity\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCondition and Authenticity:\u003cbr\u003eOffered in its present condition. A Certificate of Authenticity is included.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHistorical Context:\u003cbr\u003eThe attribution follows comparison with published examples. Cell-decorated pendant crosses combine the devotional outline with separate decorative fields. Sedova (1981), p. 52, Fig. 80:9, passport 20-21-1986, offers a close family comparison for round cells, rectangular links and paired knobs. Its painted illustration shows one face, while its description records decoration on both sides. This pendant has its own surviving fill and colour arrangement. The fields give a Christian emblem a varied surface without replacing the cross with a narrative scene. Its devotional meaning remains centred on faith, salvation and a wish for protection.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe linked round and rectangular cells give the Christian cross a balanced ornamental form.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExplore more \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/orthodox-crosses-encolpia\"\u003ecrosses and encolpia\u003c\/a\u003e from our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aurora Antiqua","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63775863243082,"sku":"P-55-B","price":295.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/7140\/9738\/files\/p-55-b-bronze-cross-pendant-object-view-3-3.jpg?v=1790931804","url":"https:\/\/auroraantiqua.com\/products\/medieval-bronze-enamel-cross-pendant-harmony-11th-13th-c-ce","provider":"Aurora Antiqua","version":"1.0","type":"link"}