Chancel screen panel and posts from Reccopolis

Reconstruction of a chancel screen from various original fragments found at the archaeological site of Reccopolis, consisting of two posts and a central lattice panel joined by the tongue-and-groove method. The posts are decorated on the front with overlapping quatrefoil circles, surmounted by two affronted doves pecking at berries. On the back, crosses replace the doves. The central panel features a lattice pattern of nine circles with spikes forming a cross. The spaces between the circles are carved with small crosses, and the entire composition is framed by bands of quatrefoil circles and lozenges and a cross pattée in the middle of the upper band. It also has holes along the top for inserting vertical finials.
This is a clear example of the screens used to separate the areas reserved for the clergy and the faithful, typical features of Visigothic basilicas. It came from one of the most important cities of that period, Reccopolis, built in honour of Reccared.