Cross Fragment with Saint John the Theologian

11th century

On view at The Met Fifth Avenue in Gallery 303

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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