DepartmentLatin America

Cross, House Blessing

NameRoof Cross, House Blessing

Artist or maker Carlos Alfonso Calle

Date1992

Place madeCuenca, Azuay, Ecuador, South America

MediumMetal, paint

Dimensions23 3/8 x 19 5/8 x 1 3/16 in. (59.4 x 49.9 x 3 cm)

Credit LineIFAF Collection

Object numberFA.1992.126.34v

Collections

Andean Folk Art

Description2 pcs. blk. iron decor. cross and unptd. curved metal protector. Cross has ptd. end w/ nail hole. Three arms. have pineapple shapes at ends and a heart in the center. A lower cross arm has a rooster, ladder and tools, & the words,"Ano 1992"