Napoleon III Cross - Wood, Metal - 1850-1900 - Calvary crucifix - 44 cm
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Description from the seller
Stunning wooden carved and cabinetmaking devotional crucifix, dating from the 19th century.
This piece of popular religious art stands out for the richness of its details and its beautiful relief composition:
The sculpted Christ, bearing an elegant gilded and silvered patina, highlighted on an opened-work cross.
The central structure, enriched with numerous relief-applied sculpted motifs.
A massive sculpted pedestal, hosting a lamb at the foot of the cross as well as various altar elements worked in relief.
On the back of the cross and the base is the number "23" (workshop or inventory marking from the period).
Characteristics and Dimensions:
Height: 44 cm
Width: 15 cm
Materials: Carved and darkened wood, Christ in metal
Period: 19th century (Napoleon III era)
Origin: Europe (France / Flanders / Germany)
Condition:
Good vintage condition. Displays a beautiful patina of time as well as light superficial wear on the gilding and wood, attesting to its authenticity and age. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view.
Shipping and Packaging:
Fast and careful shipping with tracking number and insurance.
Protected packaging (bubble wrap and reinforced carton).
Stunning wooden carved and cabinetmaking devotional crucifix, dating from the 19th century.
This piece of popular religious art stands out for the richness of its details and its beautiful relief composition:
The sculpted Christ, bearing an elegant gilded and silvered patina, highlighted on an opened-work cross.
The central structure, enriched with numerous relief-applied sculpted motifs.
A massive sculpted pedestal, hosting a lamb at the foot of the cross as well as various altar elements worked in relief.
On the back of the cross and the base is the number "23" (workshop or inventory marking from the period).
Characteristics and Dimensions:
Height: 44 cm
Width: 15 cm
Materials: Carved and darkened wood, Christ in metal
Period: 19th century (Napoleon III era)
Origin: Europe (France / Flanders / Germany)
Condition:
Good vintage condition. Displays a beautiful patina of time as well as light superficial wear on the gilding and wood, attesting to its authenticity and age. Please refer to the photos for a detailed view.
Shipping and Packaging:
Fast and careful shipping with tracking number and insurance.
Protected packaging (bubble wrap and reinforced carton).
Details
Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Napoleon III
Title additional information
Calvary crucifix - 44 cm
Material
Metal, Wood
Country of origin
France
Height
44 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
10 cm
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Style
Antique
Estimated period
1850-1900
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