Cross
1620-1630 (made)
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The silver surface of this cross is beautifully engraved with objects known as the 'instruments of the Passion' which artists have long used to symbolise the trial and crucifixion of Christ. Among the objects depicted here are the dice played by Roman soldiers gambling for Christ's clothing, the crown of thorns worn by Christ and the Veil of Veronica showing the image of Christ's face imprinted on a cloth.
Object details
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| Object type | |
| Materials and techniques | Copper gilt and engraved silver with iron and wood |
| Brief description | Copper gilt cross engraved silver with iron and wooden backing, depicting the instruments of the Passion, Spain, 1620-1630 |
| Physical description | Copper gilt cross engraved silver with iron and wooden backing. Engraved with the instruments of the Passion. |
| Gallery label | Silver Gallery:
The silver surface of this cross is beautifully engraved. It shows the objects used during Christ's trial and crucifixion, including the dice used to gamble for Christ's clothing, the Crown of Thorns and at the bottom, the Veil of Veronica showing a miraculous image of Christ. Engraving was a highly skilled trade. Silversmiths often subcontracted this work.(26/11/2002) |
| Credit line | Given by Dr W. L. Hildburgh FSA |
| Subject depicted | |
| Summary | The silver surface of this cross is beautifully engraved with objects known as the 'instruments of the Passion' which artists have long used to symbolise the trial and crucifixion of Christ. Among the objects depicted here are the dice played by Roman soldiers gambling for Christ's clothing, the crown of thorns worn by Christ and the Veil of Veronica showing the image of Christ's face imprinted on a cloth. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | M.235-1926 |
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| Record created | February 9, 2004 |
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