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Handcrafted Stonecast Crosses Ruthwell, Scotland The design for this cross comes from the side of the Ruthwell cross. The Ruthwell cross is almost 17 feet high, is thought to be from the 7th century, and is located inside the parish church of Ruthwell, Scotland. The vine running the length of the cross is the tree of live, which symbolizes life in all its variety, and provides a link between heaven and earth. Birds are symbols of freedom and transcendence: returning to earth, they bring messages of prophecy and guidance, aiding mortals on their spiritual and earthly journeys. The runic inscription on the sides of the shaft is part of an Old English poem known as The Dream of the Rood. The rood (the cross) is the narrator: Almighty God stripped himself as he prepared to climb the gallows, valiant in mens sight I raised up a great king, Lord of Heaven. I dared not bow down. Men reviled us both together Yet to him in his solitude came noble men, eager, from afar. I beheld it all. I was bitterly troubled with griefs. I bowed wounded with arrows. Down they laid that limb-weary one. There they beheld
| Weight | 0.90718474 kg |
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| Dimensions | 15 × 34.2 cm |
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McHarp: Crosses with Meaning
McHarp: Crosses with Meaning has a vision to create expressions honoring a heritage of spirituality, faith, and beauty. For more than 20 years, McHarp has replicated the beauty and reverence of ancient and historic memorials from around the world, as well as finding inspiration for original designs from nature and life interactions. The ancient beauty of the art which transcends time, steeped in symbolism and created for enjoyment now and a legacy for generations to come.
Most McHarp designs come from the Celtic Nations: Ireland, Scotland, Isle of Man and Wales; however, inspirations of faith and beauty come from other countries including England, France, Germany, United States and even Japan. In addition to the crosses, McHarp also offers intricate décor items such as manuscript letters, plaques depicting the historical missions of San Antonio, Texas, saints, haiku, and other expressions of culture and heritage.
Jim & Kim Keeter and their children are the proud owners of McHarp. The studio is located on their family farm in Fredericksburg, TX. Production is limited, and all of their work is handmade using a limestone casting material and proprietary process.
Language: English
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