Cross Fragment with Saint John the Theologian
A depiction of Saint John the Theologian decorates the face of the surviving upper arm of a large cross. An elegant, small cross is inscribed in a medallion on the reverse. Such crosses would have been carried in processions or installed on an altar, possibly one dedicated to the saint.
Artwork Details
- Title: Cross Fragment with Saint John the Theologian
- Date: 11th century
- Geography: Made in probably Constantinople
- Culture: Byzantine
- Medium: Copper alloy and iron
- Dimensions: Overall: 11 5/16 x 4 1/8 x 1/4 in. (28.7 x 10.5 x 0.7 cm)
- Classification: Metalwork-Copper alloy
- Credit Line: Fletcher Fund, 1962
- Object Number: 62.10.5
- Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters
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