Processional Cross (Primary Title)

Unknown (Artist)

19th century
Ethiopian
copper alloy
Ethiopia
Overall: 15 × 6 3/8 × 1 7/8 in. (38.1 × 16.19 × 4.76 cm)
2012.290
This processional cross focuses on Christ's final days: Twelve triangular symbols (the disciples) flank the cross (Christ) at the top to represent the Last Supper, while the large empty cross in the middle of the composition symbolizes the Resurrection.
Gift of Robert and Nancy Nooter
Image released via Creative Commons CC-BY-NC

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