Scenes from the life of Christ
Cross
18th century (made)
18th century (made)
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This is a Russo-Greek cross that came from Mount Athos, made in the 18th century. This cross, in Cypress wood, is carved in open work compartments containing scenes from the life of Jesus Christ.
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Title | Scenes from the life of Christ (generic title) |
Materials and techniques | Carved openwork cypress wood |
Brief description | Cross, cypress wood, scenes from the life of Christ, Russo-Greek (from Mount Athos), 18th century |
Physical description | Cypress wooden cross with compartments containing scenes from the life of Our Saviour. |
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Object history | Bought in 1866. |
Production | Russo-Greek, from Mount Athos |
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Summary | This is a Russo-Greek cross that came from Mount Athos, made in the 18th century. This cross, in Cypress wood, is carved in open work compartments containing scenes from the life of Jesus Christ. |
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Accession number | 222-1866 |
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Record created | August 12, 2008 |
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