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Cross

15th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

This crystal cross was probably made in the 15th century Burgundy. The head of the cross has been broken off as has the lowest section, a portion between the head and the cross arm is missing.


Object details

Categories
Object type
Materials and techniques
Brief description
Rock crystal cross, France 15th century.
Physical description
Crystal cross. The octagonal stem of the cross decorated with a raised faceted band ornamented with cross hatching, the arms and head of the cross are dome shaped. The head of the cross which is separated has been mounted in silver wire.
Dimensions
  • Height: 13.5cm
  • Width: 8.5cm
Summary
This crystal cross was probably made in the 15th century Burgundy. The head of the cross has been broken off as has the lowest section, a portion between the head and the cross arm is missing.
Bibliographic reference
Cf. Bassermann-Jordan, E., Schmid, W. M. Der Bamberger Domschatz. Munich, 1914. pp. 13-14. abt. 20.
Collection
Accession number
A.19-1929

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Record createdJune 24, 2009
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