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Kildalton Cross - Island of Islay, Scotland
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Product Description
The Kildalton Cross is a Celtic high in the churchyard of ruined medieval parish church on the island of Islay, Scotland. Carved in the second half of the 8th century AD it is often considered the finest surviving Celtic cross in Scotland. The High Cross of Kildalton, is closely related to the St Johns and the St. Martins crosses on Iona. The cross stands nearly 8 feet in height and the arms are 4 feet across. The depictions of the cross are from the top
two angels
David fighting a lion
two birds
the Virgin Mary cradling Jesus and angels on either side
the right arm panel depicts Abraham about to sacrifice Isaac
the left shows Cain murdering Abe
the bottom panel represents the boundless creativity of God
15" x 7" : Cast Stone, Celtic Art Collection, Made in the U.S.A.
15" x 7" : Cast Stone, Celtic Art Collection, Made in the U.S.A.
