The Risen Jesus Christ
Object NameSculpture
Artist / Maker
Christian Petersen
(Danish - American, 1885 - 1961)
Datec. 1950
OriginU.S.A.
MediumPlaster
Dimensions38 x 15 x 7 in. (96.5 x 38.1 x 17.8 cm)
ClassificationsSculpture
Credit LineGift of the Friends of the University Museums. In the Christian Petersen Art Collection, Christian Petersen Art Museum, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.
Object numberUM89.25
Status
Not on viewCultureAmerican
Label TextChrist stands with his hands open, welcoming followers of Christianity. Hand positioning is a commonly recognized religious and spiritual element. Closed hands usually symbolize prayer or meditation across religions and faiths. In Buddhism, open hands represent willingness to receive the practice.
Locations
- (not entered) Iowa State University, Christian Petersen Art Museum
Object Name: Drawing
Christian Petersen
1930-1935
Object number: um92.258
Object Name: Sculpture
Christian Petersen
1950-1951
Object number: UM2014.12ab
