Fragment of an Icon with Scenes from the Life of Christ

12th century
Not on view
Details on this fragment allow us to identify events from Christ's life. From the left: the Last Supper; the Washing of the Feet; the Agony in the Garden; and the Kiss of Judas and Christ's Arrest by Roman soldiers.

Artwork Details

Object Information
  • Title: Fragment of an Icon with Scenes from the Life of Christ
  • Date: 12th century
  • Culture: Byzantine
  • Medium: Steatite
  • Dimensions: Overall: 1 3/4 x 2 11/16 x 1/2 in. (4.4 x 6.9 x 1.2 cm)
  • Classification: Steatites
  • Credit Line: Gift of Mr. and Mrs. Harry Friedman, 1958
  • Object Number: 58.142.1
  • Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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