Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, Ravenna
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Detail of the so-called Sarcophagus of Constantius III in the left niche of the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia. The mausoleum dates from around 430 AD, making it one of the oldest monuments in Ravenna. For stylistic reasons, this sarcophagus has been dated to the late 5th century. The front panel bears reliefs of a lamb standing upon a rock that is gushing water. The lamb has a halo with the Christogram (Chi Rho), so he clearly represents Christ, the Lamb of God. On either side are two lambs without haloes, probably representing the apostles, and two palm trees, representing victory. The lid has Christograms at the corners.
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