San Damiano Standing Crucifix (14 1/4")
Great unique gift to really inspire the Faith.This standing crucifix is called an icon crucifix because it contains images of persons who have a part in the meaning of the cross. The tradition of such crosses began in the Eastern Church and was carried by the Serbian Monks to the Umbrian district of Italy. The Byzantine style was common in Italy before Cimabue and Giotto. The San Damiano Cross was one of a number of crosses painted with similar figures during the 12th century in Umbria. The purpose an icon cross was to teach the meaning of the event depicted and thereby strengthen the faith of the people.
This Crucifixis beautifully designed, sculpted and handcrafted to the fines detail in cold cast metal (Bronze/Pewter finish)
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