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Pencil Drawing of a Carved Cross 'Ruinic Cross in Kirk Andreas - Isle of Man - 8 Augt 1774'

unknown artist18th century

Manx National Heritage

Manx National Heritage
Douglas, Isle of Man

A pencil sketch of a carved cross with a central cross shape with an interlace design on central column and carved creatures (animals and birds) either side and an interlace design/ knot at top of cross. The drawing is entitled 'Ruinic Cross in Kirk Andreas - Isle of Man - 8 Augt 1774'. The pencil drawing has been pasted into a scrapbook and then cut out of the book at a later date. On reverse is partial drawing of a hill/ coastal headland (?) and part of a engraving with a church roof. The collection of drawing is associated with Paul Panton esqr. Junior, of Plas Gwyn, who was associated with Thomas Pennant, Captain Grosse, Moses Griffith - who toured the Island in 1774.

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  • Title: Pencil Drawing of a Carved Cross 'Ruinic Cross in Kirk Andreas - Isle of Man - 8 Augt 1774'
  • Creator: unknown artist
  • Date Created: 18th century
  • Location Created: Andreas Churchyard, Andreas Village, Andreas, Isle of Man
  • Physical Dimensions: overall: 13.4 cm x 17.5 cm
  • Rights: Manx National Heritage
  • Medium: paper; pencil; ink
Manx National Heritage

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