Kuehn, The Dragon In Medieval — East Christian An...

Examines talismans used to ward off the "Evil Eye" or celestial eclipses.

Elaborate bronze mirrors, candlesticks, and incense burners. Kuehn, The Dragon in Medieval East Christian an...

Traces how Central Asian and Chinese motifs merged with Mediterranean traditions. Examines talismans used to ward off the "Evil

Lusterware and molded tiles featuring "knotted" serpentine forms. Significance

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Explains its role in representing the pseudo-planetary force that "swallows" the sun and moon. Material Culture Studied