A wonderful folk art Crucifix with traces of red ochre polychrome , showing the iconography of the Crucifixion. Measures: 41 " H x 19 " W
Sun and Moon: Represent the darkness that fell during the crucifixion.
Hand : Represents the hand that struck Jesus or the arrest
Chain and Cords: Used to Bind Jesus
Tools (Hammer/Nails) used for the crucifixion
Chalice Represents the last supper and or cup of sorrows.
Knife: Associated with the servant of the high priest whose ear was cut off
Palm Frond: Represents entry into Jerusalem
Rooster: Represents Peter's denial of Jesus
Ladder: Used for taking Jesus down from the cross
Broom/Scourge: Used during the flagellation
Bag. of gold/silver: Represents the thirty pieces of silver given to Judas.