AXIS MUNDI : el Crucificado del Cementerio de San José de Granada(1922) de José Navas - Parejo

A monumental sculpture, the Crucificado-AXIS MUNDI (1922) by José Navas-Parejo, stands as a profound symbol of unity between earth and heaven within the Cemetery of San José in Granada's Alhambra. Commissioned by Dña. Rosario Agrela López-Barajas to honor her deceased husband, this striking piece integrates emotional depth with artistic boldness, serving as both a resting place for the dead and a source of inspiration for the living. Its strategic placement in the Dehesa del Generalife, adjacent to the Alhambra, amplifies its significance, inviting contemplation and reflection on life, death, and hope. The sculpture's design and execution by Navas-Parejo exemplify a harmonious blend of artistic innovation and spiritual resonance, making it a notable landmark in Granada's cultural heritage.

Quesada Polo, D. (2023). AXIS MUNDI : el Crucificado del Cementerio de San José de Granada(1922) de José Navas - Parejo. Cuadernos de Arte de La Universidad de Granada, 54, 59–74. https://doi.org/10.30827/caug.v54i0.27473