San Damiano Cross - 10 inch
Product Description
The San Damiano Cross is considered an icon because it contains images of people with special meaning to the actual cross. The largest figure on the cross is Christ crucified. Beside Him are the five major witnesses to his crucifixion, Mary, Mother of Jesus; St. John the Beloved; Mary Magdalene, Mary, Mother of James and the centurion. There are also two minor witnesses to the crucifixion, Longinus, the Roman soldier who pierced the side of Jesus and Stephaton, the soldier who offered Jesus a sponge soaked in vinegar wine. Amongst these prominent witnesses are six angels and six patron saints of Umbria: St. John, St. Michael, St. Rufino, St. John the Baptist, St. Peter and St. Paul. At the top of the San Damiano Cross is the image of Jesus resurrected and climbing out of the tomb, surrounded by ten heavenly angels. Other images found in the San Damiano cross are the right hand of God, a bird and another animal. The original painter of the San Damiano Cross is unknown, however, some believe he had painted an image of himself as a small face over the shoulder of the major witnesses.The San Damiano Cross is the Cross beneath which St. Francis was praying when he received his commission from the Lord to rebuild the Church. The original San Damiano Cross now hangs in Santa Chiara Church (St. Claire Church) in Assisi, Italy. This beautiful 10” replica of the San Damiano Cross is from The Joseph’s Studio Renaissance Collection and is made of hand painted resin-stone mix. Measures approximately 10"H 8"W 1"D
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(4.93/5 Stars, 15 Ratings) Based on 15 Reviews
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The cross was beautiful;would buy again 5.00 out of 5
| By: | Rose (Manhattan, Ks, December 13, 2011) Verified Buyer |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
Made of high quality material. Beautiful painting and coloration. |
Very Beautiful 5.00 out of 5
| By: | ninamom (cincinnati, ohio, January 5, 2012) Verified Buyer |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
This Crucifix was a Christmas gift for my daughter but I did get to see it when she opened it and it is very beautiful. I was surprised how well made and intricately painted it was for $30 and she loved it. Also I ordered it only about 8 days before Christmas and was worried it wouldn't arrive in time but it did arrive the day before Christmas Eve. |
SO BEAUTIFUL! 5.00 out of 5
| By: | menchu (Herndon, VA, September 17, 2011) Verified Buyer |
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| Pros: | I'm starting an heirloom; |
| Cons: | none; |
| Best Uses: | A family crucifix; |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
This is so much more beautiful than I ever expected it to be. |
Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful!!! 5.00 out of 5
| By: | Jane (Morgan City, LA, January 9, 2011) Verified Buyer |
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| Pros: | Absolutely beautiful; |
| Cons: | none; |
| Best Uses: | Hang it on a wall; |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
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Beautiful! 5.00 out of 5
| By: | Gummy (MI, February 8, 2011) Verified Buyer |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
I have this hanging in a hallway next to a picture of the risen Lord. I especially love all the small pictures behind christ. St Francis is my patron saint and this also helps to better relate to him. I thought this item was attractive in the catalog-but in person it's awesome! |
I really like it 4.00 out of 5
| By: | Tina (Raleigh, NC, March 11, 2011) Verified Buyer |
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| Pros: | Warms up the entire room; |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
I really like this cross |
THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CROSS EVER SEEN 5.00 out of 5
| By: | MARTICA (MIAMI, FLORIDA, March 21, 2011) Verified Buyer |
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| Pros: | Beautifully displayed; MEANINGFUL IMAGES; |
| Cons: | No cons; |
| Best Uses: | Ornamental; Religious; |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
FIRST TIME I SEE A CROSS WITH SO MANY IMAGES, ALL VERY BEAUTIFULLY ARRANGED, LOVE THE COLORS |
Stunning! 5.00 out of 5
| By: | Lauren M. (Greenville, NC, April 6, 2011) Verified Buyer |
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| Pros: | Special meaning; Beautiful detail; Moving; Spectacular quality; |
| Best Uses: | For any Catholic home; |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
My husband & I were married at St. Peter's parish in Greenville, NC. St. Peter's crucifix is the San Damiano. I was confirmed and received my first Holy Communion under this crucifix as well as my husband & I took our wedding vows under the San Damiano. It is so beautiful and moving with such special meaning. This fall, My husband & I will be traveling to Italy and will be stopping in Assi to see the original San Damiano. |
Exquisite! 5.00 out of 5
| By: | Dulcimer (Knoxville, TN, May 3, 2011) Verified Buyer |
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Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
This is such a beautiful crucifix. We love the symbols depicting events in the life of Jesus. We especially love that St. Francis prayed before the same design. I was worried that the colors were going to be an issue after reading one review but the slightly subtle coloring just gives it a slightly antique look. |
I love the San Damiano Cross. 5.00 out of 5
| By: | Katehan (Plymouth, MA, June 15, 2010) Verified Buyer |
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The Cross [...] is beautiful. It more than met my expectations. I had been looking for a cross like it and was happy to find it on your site. |
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