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Cross (fragment)

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from Abernethy, Perthshire

Postcard of Cross (fragment).
000-100-104-162-C
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Cross (fragment)

This fragment of a sandstone cross shaft is one of several sculptured stones found at Abernethy in Perthshire. It was carved between 950 and 1000.

The cross shaft is carved on the front. This side has a crucifixion scene above, and three draped heads below.

Elaborate Christian sculptures served several purposes. Some may have been memorials, while others made statements about political or ecclesiastical power. They could mark boundaries, define areas of sanctuary, or be a focus for religious practice.


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Online ID: 000-100-104-162-C
Image Rights Holder: National Museums Scotland
Project: 0098: National Museums Scotland
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Ref: National Museums Scotland  X.IB 255
Date: 950 - 1000
Between 950 and 1000
Material: Sandstone; sculptured on front, above crucifixion scene, below three draped heads, on back animal interlace much defaced
Dimensions: 20.00" H x 14.50" W
What: Cross shaft / portion
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Where: Scotland, Perthshire, Abernethy
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Description: Part of a sandstone cross shaft sculptured on front with a crucifixion scene and three draped heads, from Abernethy, Perthshire, 950 - 1000
References:
  • Allen, J. R. & Anderson, J. The early Christian monuments of Scotland. Edinburgh: Society of Antiquaries of Scotland, 1903, vol. 2, pp 310-1. 
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