Courtesy of the Harn Museum of Art, Photography by Randy Batista

Processional Cross

Maker Ethiopian Artist

Datemid-late 18th century

Made/manufacturedGondar, Africa

MediumBrass

Dimensions15 5/8 x 10 1/4 in. (39.7 x 26 cm)

ClassificationsSculpture

Credit LinePartial gift of Richard Faletti and Museum purchase. Funds provided by the Caroline Julier and James G. Richardson Acquisition Endowment, Michael A. Singer and the David A. Cofrin Art Acquisition Endowment

Object number2003.10.3

Collections

AFRICAN

DescriptionCross with joined arms and two brackets attached to central support. Incised surface with images of the Virgin and Child, Crucifixion, and a written inscription on lower arm.