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.

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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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