Greenbrier Company Warren, Rhode Island, USA 2006 Enameled bronze 3 3/8 × 7 3/4 inches
17th century Russian Byzantine cross showing the Holy Spirit as dove and adoring angels above the crucified Christ; beneath his feet is Adam's skull. A rivulet of blood flows from his pierced side. St. Nicholas appears on the reverse side. The handle is uniquely faceted.
17th century Russian Byzantine cross showing the Holy Spirit as dove and adoring angels above the crucified Christ; beneath his feet is Adam's skull. A rivulet of blood flows from his pierced side. St. Nicholas appears on the reverse side. The handle is uniquely faceted.
Reproduction No. 345/180
Click for reverse and for detail showing Nicholas