Byzantine Bronze, -Impressive cross with the image of Jesus Christ with arms raised, -40 mm, centuries 6th to 8th AD. Cross - 56 mm (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 150 - € 200
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Bronze Byzantine cross depicting Jesus with raised arms, dating to the 6th–8th century AD, measuring 56 × 35 × 5 mm and weighing 19 g, originating from Germany and previously in private collections, acquired in 2004.
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Impressive Byzantine-era cross with the image of Jesus Christ depicted with arms raised in a gesture of blessing. A piece of great artistic beauty and deep religious symbolism, characteristic of the Byzantine iconographic tradition.
This unique piece dazzles with the extraordinary richness of its reliefs, a reflection of exceptional artisanal mastery. Its imposing presence evokes centuries of history, spirituality, and artistic refinement, making it a work of great appeal to collectors and lovers of sacred art. An exceptional opportunity to add to a collection a piece of notable historical, artistic and aesthetic value.
Origin: North Germany
Material: bronze
6th to 8th centuries AD
Dimensions: 40 x 22 mm
weight: 4.9 g
It presents surface calcifications and concretions typical of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
This item does not require an export license within the EU
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This cross is guaranteed to be authentic
Provenance:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the Antiquities fair
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been tested and accepted by Catawiki experts using their own multiple methods..
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1130/ancien 7
Impressive Byzantine-era cross with the image of Jesus Christ depicted with arms raised in a gesture of blessing. A piece of great artistic beauty and deep religious symbolism, characteristic of the Byzantine iconographic tradition.
This unique piece dazzles with the extraordinary richness of its reliefs, a reflection of exceptional artisanal mastery. Its imposing presence evokes centuries of history, spirituality, and artistic refinement, making it a work of great appeal to collectors and lovers of sacred art. An exceptional opportunity to add to a collection a piece of notable historical, artistic and aesthetic value.
Origin: North Germany
Material: bronze
6th to 8th centuries AD
Dimensions: 40 x 22 mm
weight: 4.9 g
It presents surface calcifications and concretions typical of its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity,
This item does not require an export license within the EU
@@@@@@@@@@@@No shipments outside the EU@@@@@@@@@@@.
This cross is guaranteed to be authentic
Provenance:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the Antiquities fair
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; authenticity and period have been tested and accepted by Catawiki experts using their own multiple methods..
By bidding, the buyer agrees to my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid.
Provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
The seller guarantees that he is authorized to ship this lot.
1130/ancien 7
Details
Era
Before 1400
Weight
19 g
Culture
Byzantine
Century/timeframe
6º al 8º DC
Acquired from
Private collection
Material
-Impressive cross with the image of Jesus Christ with arms raised, -40 mm, centuries 6th to 8th AD., Bronze
Year acquired
2004
Country of origin
Germany
Country acquired from
Germany
Height
56 mm
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Width
35 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Depth
5 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
