Early Christian Carved Figure 5, White Island (3D Model)

One of eight stone early Christian figures located at White Island ecclesiastical settlement. Figurehas distinctive curly hair, and holds the necks of two part-bird, part-animal creatures; these may be gryphons, symbolising the dual nature of Christ, part human, part divine. A panel of broad-ribbon interlace on the right hand side of this stone creates the impression of a decorated chair.NISMR No.…