Vintage Embossed Copper Enamel Wall Decoration of the battle of Avarayr, Armenian Military Hero, Famous Armenian Battle, Chekanka

Antique vintage embossed copper enamel wall decoration made in Armenia in the Soviet era 1980s or even early in the 1970s which evokes the picture of the battle of Avarayr.

The Battle of Avarayr was fought on 26 May 451 AD on the Avarayr Plain in Vaspurakan between a Christian Armenian army under Vardan Mamikonian and Sassanid Persia. It is considered one of the first battles in defense of the Christian faith. Although the Persians were victorious on the battlefield, the battle proved to be a major strategic victory for Armenians, as Avarayr paved the way to the Nvarsak Treaty of 484 AD, which affirmed Armenia's right to practise Christianity freely.
The battle is seen as one of the most significant events in Armenian history. The commander of the Armenian forces, Vardan Mamikonian, is considered a national hero and has been canonized by the Armenian Apostolic Church.

Height 30cm – 11.81in
Length 54cm – 21.25in
Weight 1676gr

Ref 16C