artwork Peter Fagan Sculpture

Commissions


Crucifix

bronze
7'h
©1982-1983

Commissioned by Holy Cross Church, Champaign, Illinois, to create a unique (edition of one) crucifix as part of the total interior renovation of the church. The sculpture, a 7' high work in polished bronze, was modeled, cast, finished, and installed by the artist on November 4, and dedicated on November 27, 1983. Members of the Selection Committee included Father Bernard Render, pastor, and University of Illinois Professor Harry Breen, Director of the renovation.

   




clay for bronze
   
base in clay, Golgatha or "the place of bones" (below)