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