Amuletic Armband with Holy Rider, Saints, and Magical Symbols
Byzantine
6th-7th century
The Walters Art Museum, Baltimore
Question
Which descriptive statement about cultural function applies to this image?
(1 point)
Responses
A set of containers was used by Egyptians to protect internal organs during the mummification process.
A set of containers was used by Egyptians to protect internal organs during the mummification process.
Tubular in shape, this long object was used in a Mexican culture as a way to make music.
Tubular in shape, this long object was used in a Mexican culture as a way to make music.
This British artifact promoted an anti-slavery message.
This British artifact promoted an anti-slavery message.
This artifact was used by Greek soldiers for protection of the lower leg while in battle. The elaborate decoration near the top shows the face of a lion.
This artifact was used by Greek soldiers for protection of the lower leg while in battle. The elaborate decoration near the top shows the face of a lion.
Medallions on this artifact show Christian, Jewish, and pagan pictures that were used for magic and medicinal purposes.
1 answer
The most accurate descriptive statement about the cultural function of the metal armband with several round medallions is:
Medallions on this artifact show Christian, Jewish, and pagan pictures that were used for magic and medicinal purposes.
This statement aligns well with the context of the Byzantine period and the continued use of amulets and talismans for spiritual and protective purposes in that era.
