Ivory Triptych (Workshop of Constantinople)
Carved in Constantinople, this portable triptych sets Christ Pantokrator in the central leaf with the Virgin and saints on hinged wings. Shallow relief, neat drillwork, and punch-dot halos create a crisp, shimmering surface. The object is both icon and instrument—folded for travel, opened for devotion—showing court refinement in a format meant for the hand and the heart.
Why This Artwork Is Important
- Fine middle-Byzantine ivory blending court style with private devotion.
- Classic triptych format: Pantokrator center, saints on wings, made to fold and travel.
What to Look For
- Punch-dot halos and stippled backgrounds.
- Tight, linear drapery forming V- and U-folds.
- Hinge pins and wear along the wing edges from handling.
Fun Fact
Ivory’s fine grain lets carvers draw with a blade—minuscule cuts read like pen lines.
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