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The volume features groundbreaking studies on Byzantine lead seals, showcasing religious figural imagery from the 6th to the 15th century. It includes tables and graphs analyzing iconographic trends and the evolving popularity of saintly figures. The seals, often inscribed with owners' names and titles, reveal insights into the social use of sacred imagery across Byzantine culture, including civil, ecclesiastical, and military contexts. Additionally, it highlights rare sacred images, underscoring the significance of lead seal iconography for Byzantine studies.
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The Religious Figural Imagery of Byzantine Lead Seals I, John A. Cotsonis
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