Crucifix

Rhenish

second half 12th century

Not on view

Artwork Details

Object Information

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Provenance

Title: Crucifix
Date: second half 12th century
Geography: Made in Cologne or Mosan (?)
Culture: Rhenish
Medium: Brass
Dimensions: Overall: 11 3/4 x 8 in. (29.8 x 20.3 cm)
Classification: Metalwork-Bronze
Credit Line: The Cloisters Collection, 1925
Object Number: 25.120.438
Curatorial Department: Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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