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2004.18.114

Small bronze pectoral cross.

2004.18.114

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Collection type
Object
Description
Small bronze pectoral cross.
Long description
The cross is formed by four openwork triangles pointing inwards from a circular frame so as to form the shape of a cross in the negative. The side and lower arms extend slightly beyong this circle and end with a trefoil shape. The upper arm extends into the suspension loop. [JP 19/3/2004]
Geographical reference
Ethiopia
Africa > Eastern Africa > Ethiopia
Person
Field collector David Roden Buxton
PRM source Bent Einer Juel-Jensen
PRM source Cicely Mary Juel-Jensen
Date
Date collected
1987
Acquisition information
Donated: 01/2004
Materials and processes
Material Bronze Metal, Process Cast
Dimensions
Length x Width 55 x 45 mm
Object numbers
Accession number: 2004.18.114

Search terms: Religion, Ornament, Cross, Pendant

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