{"product_id":"carved-ecclesiastical-stone-fragment-depicting-the-crucifixion","title":"Carved Ecclesiastical Stone Fragment Depicting the Crucifixion | Circa 14th–18th Century","description":"\u003cp data-end=\"128\" data-start=\"95\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"126\" data-start=\"95\"\u003eHistorical Context \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"218\" data-start=\"130\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"141\" data-start=\"130\"\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Europe\u003cbr data-end=\"151\" data-start=\"148\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"164\" data-start=\"151\"\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carved stone\u003cbr data-end=\"180\" data-start=\"177\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"191\" data-start=\"180\"\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Likely Medieval or Later  (Circa 14th–18th Century)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"237\" data-start=\"220\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"235\" data-start=\"220\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"617\" data-start=\"239\"\u003eThis carved ecclesiastical stone fragment depicts a stylized figure of Christ on the Cross set within an architectural niche, surrounded by relief-carved background elements including buildings and a tree motif. Executed in high relief, the composition reflects the devotional artistic traditions associated with medieval Christian stone carving and architectural ornamentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"989\" data-start=\"619\"\u003eThe fragment appears to have originally formed part of a larger religious structure or decorative ecclesiastical program, possibly from a chapel, church façade, devotional shrine, or architectural relief panel. The weathered stone surface, irregular surviving edges, and heavily worn relief contribute to the artifact’s aged sculptural character and historical presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1330\" data-start=\"991\"\u003eThe central cruciform figure is framed by simplified architectural forms, while the surrounding relief details retain traces of narrative symbolism often found in medieval Christian devotional art. The rough surviving perimeter and partial loss indicate the piece was likely salvaged from a larger composition at some point in its history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1488\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1486\" data-start=\"1474\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Carved stone ecclesiastical fragment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Depiction of Christ on the Cross\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Architectural niche composition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Relief-carved background details including buildings and tree motif\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Strong medieval devotional aesthetic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Weathered archaeological surface\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e- Sculptural fragment from a larger architectural context\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1875\" data-start=\"1848\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1873\" data-start=\"1848\"\u003eCultural Significance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2231\" data-start=\"1877\"\u003eReligious stone carvings played a central role in medieval European visual culture, serving both decorative and devotional purposes within churches, monasteries, shrines, and public religious spaces. Sculptural depictions of the Crucifixion were among the most important themes in Christian art, symbolizing sacrifice, redemption, and spiritual devotion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2453\" data-start=\"2233\"\u003eFragments such as this survive today as important remnants of historical ecclesiastical architecture and craftsmanship, preserving evidence of regional carving traditions and religious iconography from earlier centuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2470\" data-start=\"2455\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2468\" data-start=\"2455\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2730\" data-start=\"2472\"\u003eFragmentary condition with significant age-related wear, losses, surface weathering, pitting, and erosion throughout. Partial relief details remain visible. Irregular broken edges consistent with architectural fragmentation. Stable display condition overall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2748\" data-start=\"2732\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2746\" data-start=\"2732\"\u003eDimensions (Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2786\" data-start=\"2750\"\u003eHeight: 7 in\u003cbr data-end=\"2769\" data-start=\"2766\"\u003eWidth: 6 in\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"9\" data-start=\"0\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"7\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eAge \u003cstrong data-end=\"2746\" data-start=\"2732\"\u003e(Approximate)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"50\" data-start=\"11\"\u003e300–700 years old\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"50\" data-start=\"11\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-is-only-node=\"\" data-end=\"22\" data-start=\"0\"\u003eProvenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-is-only-node=\"\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-end=\"50\" data-start=\"11\"\u003eThomaston Place Auction Galleries, Thomaston, Maine, USA, February 11, 2017. Subsequently held in a private collection in Windsor, Connecticut, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLearn More\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the symbolism and artistic tradition of the Crucifixion in Christian visual culture through \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Picturing the Crucifixion – BYU Religious Studies Center\" href=\"https:\/\/rsc.byu.edu\/behold-lamb-god\/picturing-crucifixion\"\u003ePicturing the Crucifixion\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our curated \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"Explore Religious \u0026amp; Spiritual Relics at Relic \u0026amp; Rarity\" href=\"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/collections\/religious-spiritual-relics\"\u003eReligious \u0026amp; Spiritual Relics Collection\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54018760180034,"sku":null,"price":2500.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0955\/1803\/2194\/files\/medieval-european-carved-stone-crucifixion-fragment.png?v=1779664211","url":"https:\/\/relicandrarity.com\/fr\/products\/carved-ecclesiastical-stone-fragment-depicting-the-crucifixion","provider":"Relic \u0026 Rarity","version":"1.0","type":"link"}