Handheld Cross
Maker
Ethiopian Artist
Date13th century
MediumIron alloy
Dimensions15 1/2 x 4 1/8 x 3/8 in. (39.4 x 10.5 x 1 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of Marc and Denyse Ginzberg
Object number2010.45
Collections
DescriptionCross with thin iron arms and shaft, axis with equal length arms, flared at ends then terminate as triangular points. Square knob forms a handle on end of staff. Metal is silver-colored with some black oxidization, worn areas with minute scratches