Crucifixion Figure
MOA: University of British Columbia
2956/150
Wooden crucifix. Christ is shown with a green crown, a cloth around his hips with a glittery design and a leather halo above his head. The base has a glass mosaic design and there is a wide wooden leg at the back to hold the figure upright. “I.N.R.I” is carved on a plaque above. A metal bottle opener was added to the top as a hook.
- Type of Item figure
- Culture Portuguese
- Material wood, paint, metal, glass, fibre, leather skin
- Measurements height 96.5 cm, width 59.5 cm, depth 35.5 cm (overall)
- Creator David Gomes
- Field Collector Anthony A. Shelton
- Previous Owner Anthony A. Shelton
- Received from Museum of Anthropology Exhibitions Budget, Anthony A. Shelton
- Made in Braga
- Collected in Portugal
- Creation Date during 2001
- Collection Date between 2011 and 2012
- Ownership Date before September 17, 2012
- Acquisition Date on September 17, 2012
- Item Classes carvings & sculpture
- Condition fair
- Accession Number 2956/0150