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The Waltham Cross

An engraving showing the Eleanor Cross in Waltham with historical detail in text around central image of cross

One of the depictions in our collection is of the Eleanor Cross in Waltham, now Waltham Cross, in Hertfordshire.

This Eleanor Cross is one of the three surviving crosses along with the Northampton and Geddington Crosses. This particular work is an engraving by John Harris created in 1720.

Play the Youube clip below to hear more about this Waltham Cross artwork. 

Once you have listened to this section then follow the link below to enjoy the next part of the tour.

Dating artworks from the architecture of the cross