DepartmentLatin America

Crucifix on Tramp art cross

NameCrucifix

Artist Artist unrecorded

Date19th century; 20th century

Place madeCuzco, Peru, South America

MediumWood, maguey wood, plaster, paint, cotton, metal

Dimensions18 1/2 × 14 3/4 × 5 5/16 in. (47 × 37.5 × 13.5 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, gift of Linda Alexander, A.2020.25.29

Object numberA.2020.25.29a-c

ProvenancePurchased by the donor in Cusco, Peru

DescriptionThis crucifix is comprised of a wooden tramp art style cross, and a Christ figure. The figure is made of plaster, maguey fibers, paint, and metal. The figure is covered in a white cotton loincloth with lace trim. The figure has a wreath on its head, and a necklace around its neck. The figure is affixed to the cross with three small nails.