e from the trunk, but thesuppedaneuvi on which the feet are resting is ofa single piece with the body of the figure. The surface of the cross, especially about theborders, contains elaborate decoration, includinganimals and foliage. Above the Saviours head isthe inscription :— IHS NAZA RENVS REX… … the virgin of battles (13M Century. Seville Cathedral) IVORIES turning his head to gaze upward, and at thelower extremity of the cross are carved thewords:— FERDINANDVS REXSANCIA REGINA The lateral arms are carved with numerousdevices forming an effective whole, includinganimals upon a tessellated…
Decorative arts -- Spain History
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