Explains its role in representing the pseudo-planetary force that "swallows" the sun and moon. Material Culture Studied
Analyzes the "pearl-boring" dragon and the "knotted" dragon body. Kuehn, The Dragon in Medieval East Christian an...
Elaborate bronze mirrors, candlesticks, and incense burners. Explains its role in representing the pseudo-planetary force
Traces how Central Asian and Chinese motifs merged with Mediterranean traditions. Kuehn, The Dragon in Medieval East Christian an...
Illustrations in the Varka and Gulshah and various Bestiaries .