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Pilgrim's Medallion with Saint Symeon the Younger

Cleveland Museum of Art

Pilgrim's Medallion with Saint Symeon the Younger. The object is a circular, flat, gray medallion with a raised design. The medallion has a thick border with an inscription. The center features a depiction of a man with a long white beard and a pointed hooded cloak, holding an open book. He appears to be standing behind a table or altar with a chalice and diskos. There are two figures to the right and one to the left. The figure on the right appears to be an angel. The figure on the far right is standing and holds a staff. The background of the image is gray, with a shadow cast by the medallion.

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750 × 714 px
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