RecordCross (piece)< 1 of 1 > Back from Craiglemine, Glasserton, Wigtownshire
Cross (piece)This piece of a stone cross shaft was found at Craiglemine at Glasserton in Wigtownshire. The decoration has parallels to others in Wigtownshire, and reflects a style of sculpture centred at Whithorn. This cross shaft was carved between 900 and 1000. This side of the cross shaft was decorated with interlace patterns. The stone is broken at the top and on one side at the bottom. After the introduction of Christianity, architectural features, shrines and especially crosses were carved from stone. Many, like this example, are decorated with interlace patterns which are also found on metalwork and in manuscripts. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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