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| Khachkar 11th Century AD, Artsakh, Armenia |
· Cross Stone - Khachkar - is a
carved, memorial stele bearing a cross, and often with additional motifs such
as rosettes, interlaces, and botanical motifs Khachkars are characteristic of
Medieval Christian Armenian art.
Since 2010, khachkars, their
symbolism and craftsmanship are inscribed in the UNESCO list of Intangible
Cultural HeritageAbout 40,000 khachkars survive today. The following three khachkars are believed to be the finest examples of the art form:
1- One in Geghard, carved in
1213, probably by master Timot and master Mkhitar
2- The Holy Redeemer khachkar in
Haghpat, carved in 1273 by master Vahram
3- A khachkar in Goshavank,
carved in 1291 by master Poghos.
some other examples:
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