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Symbolism of the Celtic Cross

by Derek Bryce · 1994

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Traces the pagan-Christian link of the symbolism of the axis-mundi from standing stones and market crosses to the inscribed slabs and free-standing crosses of the Celtic-Christian era. Examines the ornamented Celtic crosses from such places as Brittany, Wales, Scotland, the Isle of Man, Cumbria, Ireland, and Cornwall.

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IrelandIrelandMore like thisLess of thisBritishBritishMore like thisLess of this
Audience
adult
Length
medium · 220 pages

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