Macro Detail of Inlaid Cross on Wooden Side Altar, Servants of the Paraclete, Jemez Springs
Photographer
Damien Spencer
Creation Date
August 29, 2025
Collection Source
Photographer
Description
An extreme close-up of a decorative cross inlaid into the front edge of the wooden side altar at the Servants of the Paraclete in Jemez Springs, New Mexico.
The image highlights:
The Craftsmanship: A stylized cross with flared ends, precisely recessed into the wood. The inlay features a dark, reddish-brown wood grain that provides a sharp contrast to the lighter oak of the altar table.
Material Texture: The prominent horizontal grain and porous texture of the light oak wood are visible, showcasing the natural aesthetic of the chapel’s interior furnishings.
Symmetry and Line: The clean, vertical and horizontal lines of the inlay reflect the broader mid-century modern design language found throughout the Mary, Mother of Priests Chapel.
Liturgical Detail: Much like the consecration crosses on the main marble altar, this detail serves to mark the piece as a sacred object dedicated to religious service.
