The Crucifixion

Du Paquier Porcelain Manufactory

Cleveland Museum of Art

The Crucifixion by Du Paquier Porcelain Manufactory. Black cross with gold accents on the top, bottom and ends. The top of the cross has a gold crown and an oval plate with "INRI" written on it. The base of the cross is white with gold, purple and blue decoration and three small feet. On the front of the base there is a gold plate with a raised image. Jesus on the cross has a white body with blood on his hands and side, and a gold loincloth. He is wearing a crown of thorns on his head. His head is tilted to the right. The background is grey, darker at the top and lighter at the bottom.