Saint Peter of Arcos Wayside Cross

Category: Religious Architecture > Stone Cross

District: Viana do Castelo > Ponte de Lima > São Pedro d'Arcos > Foio

Location

It is located in the parish of São Pedro d'Arcos, municipality of Ponte de Lima, district of Viana do Castelo.

Style and Construction

Baroque monument from the 18th century, sculpted in granite, standing out for its ornamental details.

Position

It is located in the churchyard of the parish church, integrated into the local historical and religious landscape.

Classification

Recognized as a Property of Public Interest since 1936.

Sculptural Elements

, Spiral shaft, similar to the decorative columns of the churches of the time.

, Quadrangular base with figures of Atlas children in the corners, where the date 1740 can still be read.

, Image of Our Lady of the Conception in the middle of the column, accompanied by religious symbols.

, At the top, representation of Christ crucified.

Importance

One of the most beautiful wayside crosses in the country, due to its artistic and historical richness, being a point of interest for those who visit Ponte de Lima.

Sources: https://pt.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cruzeiro_de_São_Pedro_de_Arcos

License: https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0/deed.pt