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Crucifix

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

Gold-colored cross with a figure of Jesus Christ nailed to it. Cross has a decorative border around its edges. Ends of the cross are shaped like flowers. Top of cross has a small loop, with a purple string threaded through it. Cross is lying on a white surface. Title: Crucifix. Artist not specified.

Artwork details

Date:
17th–19th century
Medium:
Gold
Culture:
Philippines
Dimensions:
600 × 454 px
Museum record:
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