This is an ornate crucifix, with a man hanging from it in a traditional crucifixion pose, his arms outstretched and nailed to the crossbeam. The man has long hair and a cloth tied around his waist, and he is colored entirely in bright gold. Behind his head is a golden circle with gems in blue, red, and green. The cross itself is adorned with intricate designs in dark blue, red, teal, and green shapes, bordered by a gold-colored outline. The top of the cross features an inscription in gold lettering on a blue background. The sculpture stands upright against a neutral gray backdrop.
Artwork Details
- Date
- c. 1150/1175
- Medium
- gilded copper alloy with champlevé enamel, one jasper stone, and glass
- Dimensions
- 8303 × 10850 px
- Public Domain
- Yes
- Museum Record
- View original
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