Unidentified
Christian Processional Cross
18th-20th century
Category
Culture
Central and Northern Highlands
Place Made
Ethiopia
Materials
Iron
Measurements
10 1/4 x 7 7/8 x 1 in (26.035 x 20.0025 x 2.54 cm)
Credit Line
Gift of Ambassador Franklin H. Williams, Jr.
Location
Sadie and Oliver Billion Gallery, African Art; Wall Case 19
Accession #
86.382.5
Description
Christian processional cross. Variation on cross fitchee form with geometric open work and incised linear interlacing. Conical hollow base attached with rivet. Incised depiction of crucifixion, angels on cross.