Christian Symbolism: Winged Creatures

Birds and other winged creatures have come to represent certain aspects of Christian teaching. For example, the dove signifies the Holy Spirit and a dragon is a symbol of the devil.

  • Ciborium with a pelican



    Unknown maker
    1651
    Silver-gilt, raised and embossed
    Museum no. M.124:1, 2-1909

  • Stained glass window showing St George and the Dragon



    Panels
    C. Edwin Guilt
    1840
    Museum no. C.315-1976

  • Reliquary of St Scholastica with a hand holding a dove



    Unknown maker
    1624
    Silver parcel gilt
    Museum no. 332-1880

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