Cynthia Hahn

About the Author

Cynthia Hahn is a distinguished scholar of medieval art and religious history, whose work illuminates the intricate intersections of aesthetics, spirituality, and material culture in the early Middle Ages. With a PhD from the University of Chicago, she has taught at Hunter College and authored numerous articles and books exploring the symbolism embedded in medieval artifacts. Her research delves into how reliquaries, as both devotional objects and artistic masterpieces, shaped perceptions of the sacred from late antiquity through the twelfth century. Hahn's meticulous scholarship bridges art history and theology, offering fresh insights into the cultural dynamics of relic veneration and its enduring legacy. Passionate about interdisciplinary approaches, she continues to influence studies in visual culture and hagiography.