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

Processional Cross

Maker Ethiopian Artist

Date14th-15th century

Made/manufacturedEthiopia, Africa

MediumBronze

DimensionsOther: 13 x 7 in. (33 x 17.8 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 number2003.10.7

Collections

AFRICAN

DescriptionCross with leaf-like curving arms and small cruciform shapes sprouting form top and side arms. Bracket with wide loops below cross connect it to shaft. Inscribed surface with interlace pattern of "eyes".