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The Crucifixion and Four Other New Testament Scenes

Greek (Artist)
1678 (Early Modern)
carved wood
(Byzantium and Early Russia)

This small triptych icon shows the Crucifixion in the central panel, with Doubting Thomas and the Resurrection on one wing, and Pentecost and the Deposition on the other. Carved on the back is a schematic representation of the Cross, the lance, and the reed with a sponge. This is surrounded by six abbreviated inscriptions in praise of the Holy Cross.

Inscription

[Translation]
Jesus from Nazareth, King of the Jews
Jesus Christ Conquers
The Cross is the Beginning of the Mystery of Faith
The Place of the Skull Became Paradise
Christ’s Light Shines to All
Behold God’s Divine Miracle
Helena Discovered a Pillar of Piety
Month of July, 1678

Provenance
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Henry Walters, Baltimore [date of acquisition unknown], by purchase; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.

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Geographies

Greece (Place of Origin)

Measurements

Open, H: 6 1/8 x W: 8 1/2 in. (15.5 x 21.6 cm)

Credit Line

Acquired by Henry Walters

Location in Museum

Not on view

Accession Number

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61.296

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