A mosaic frieze on the trabeation of cattedral

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The vibrant mosaic situated on the right side of the cathedral's trabeation in Terracina, Italy, unfolds a captivating narrative. Beginning from the left, one can unmistakably identify a fearsome creature with a wild animal's head, an eagle spreading its wings wide, two deer facing each other as they share a plaited palm in the center, a palmette accompanied by two birds gazing directly at each other, and a cage enclosing a third bird. The inscription "GUTIFRED: EDGI MILES" serves as a reference to this intricate scene etched into the trabeation. This collection of images conveys a powerful message that is both soteriological and exhortatory in nature, essentially stating that those who adhere to God's teachings will be rewarded with eternal salvation. Dating back to the period spanning the late 12th to early 13th century.