Object Number | 87-13-21 |
Current Location | Collections Storage |
Culture | Coptic |
Provenience | Ethiopia | Asmara |
Section | African |
Materials | Sandstone |
Description | Carved triptych of dark green sandstone. The outside faces of the 2 detachable panels are identically carved with a cross inside an intricate border. One inside panel has carving of the Virgin and Child; facing it is a saint or angel with sword. Other inside panel depicts the Crucifixion; facing is a sant with his hands raised in benediction. Each of the detachable panels is tied on at the right side with 2 peces of cotton twine. A handle at the top has a cross carved on either side. |
Height | 10.3 cm |
Width | 8 cm |
Credit Line | Purchased from Mr. and Mrs. Aurelio Cinquegrana, 1987 |
Other Number | L-897-54 - Old Museum Number |
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