UNKNOWN MASTER, Spanish
(active 1150-1200 in Palencia)

Crucifix

1150-1200
Oak and pine with polychromy, height 260 cm
Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York

According to tradition, this crucifix hung in the convent of Santa Clara near Palencia in northern Spain. The figure of Christ is made of white oak, the cross is of pine. It was probably intended to be hung high above the altar in front of the choir.