Record ID: WILT-A472F5
Object type: CRUCIFIX
Broad period: MEDIEVAL
County: Wiltshire
Workflow stage: Awaiting validation
A complete cast copper-alloy crucifix of probable medieval date. The top arm of the crucifix expands towards the tip and the terminal is convex, the terminal has a circular perforation for suspension. The lower arm of the crucifix also expands towards the tip with a curved terminal. The arms to the left and the right of the crucifix have bifoliate terminals. The depiction of christ is basic with a central worn circular projection depicting the head, two outstrenched arms are depicted as two ridges which both terminal in broadly oval projections. The legs are seperated by a shallow ver…
Created on: Thursday 31st July 2014
Last updated: Thursday 31st July 2014
Spatial data recorded. This findspot is known as 'Pitching Piece', grid reference and parish protected.