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Not all parts of this cross are of the same age and origin. The enameled mount around the crystal base, which represents the hill of Calvary, differs from the mounts on the cross itself. The paw feet may be additions as well.
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Title: Altar cross
Date: 17th century
Culture: possibly Spanish
Medium: Rock crystal, gold, enamel
Dimensions: 19 3/4 x 8 3/8 in. (50.2 x 21.3 cm)
Classification: Natural Substances-Rock Crystal
Credit Line: The Friedsam Collection, Bequest of Michael Friedsam, 1931
Object Number: 32.100.248
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