DepartmentLatin America

Crucifix

NameCrucifix

Maker Juan Antonio Supliguichi

Dateca. 1985

Place madeGualaceo, Azuay, Ecuador, South America

MediumWood, gesso, paint, cloth, metal, glass

DimensionsOverall: 14 9/16 x 7 1/2 x 3 9/16 in. (37 x 19 x 9 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.2008.45.9

DescriptionThis crucifix shows the image of Jesus nailed to a brown cross with a pink top and pink ends of the cross bars. There is a pink and blue base. Gold highlights are found on the cross and the base.The hand-carved and painted Jesus wears a green loin cloth with plastic jewels, white ribbon and silver fringe.