Crucifix

Unknown

18th century · Figure and scroll: ivory; cross: wood, painted black; nails: iron · European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Christ is shown as if speaking his last words to God the Father. The figure is distinguished by the expressive features, disproportionately large head, and lavish treatment of the hair. The schematically drawn body and rigid, unmodulated loincloth are not particularly well carved.

Artist

Unknown

Date

18th century

Medium

Figure and scroll: ivory; cross: wood, painted black; nails: iron

Culture

Italian

Department

European Sculpture and Decorative Arts

Credit line

Gift of Mrs. Estelle Jourdan, 1889