Crucifix

NameCrucifix

Place madeUnited States, North America

MediumWood, paint, metal, plaster (gesso?)

DimensionsOverall: 16 3/4 x 8 11/16 x 4 3/4 in. (42.5 x 22 x 12 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, from the collection of Eric Zafran, FA.2010.96.

Object numberFA.2010.96.12

DescriptionGreen painted cross inset with crude three-tiered base. The cross leans forward sharply. It is painted with an image of Christ, with stars at the ends of the crossbar and top, and INRE painted on a small white scroll over Christ's head. The bottom step of the base is painted blue green with a red flower slightly to one side of center. Unfinished base with protruding nail point.