Creation Date
Mid-15th century(?)
Culture
Russian, Orthodox, Byzantine
Medium
Bronze
Dimensions
1 3/4 x 3/4 in.
Credit Line
Bequest of David P. Harris ('46), 2020
Accession Number
2020.371
Description
Nikita is depicted holding the devil upside down by a leg and both beating him with a large chain and kicking him with his foot. An inscription identifies the saint. The pendant, now black, has a cross-bearing suspension loop at the top; the reverse side is bare.
Provenance
Purchased from Ikonostas, London, on April 20, 2013.
Collection
The Byzantine World
Preview
2020.371b.JPG (2780 kB)
Reverse view
Reverse view