The artist is portraying the falcon as a symbol of fortune. In Byzantine culture, falcons were often associated with nobility, power, and the hunt, representing success and fortune.
A golden Byzantine belt is imprinted with the figure of a hunting falcon. What cultural message is the artist sending?
The artist is portraying the falcon as a common part of Byzantine diet.
The artist is portraying the falcon as a symbol of fortune.
The artist is portraying the falcon as a Byzantine god.
The artist is portraying the falcon as a feared creature.
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