Christ of the Fortress

Liturgical Object | 17th Century

Name of the piece: Christ of the Fortress

Description: Image of the crucified Christ, originally from a niche in the north transept of the basilica and a testimony to Bierzo Baroque religiosity.

Date or period: 17th Century

Type: Liturgical Object

Location: Museo de la Encina

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