Medieval Bronze cross. In excellent condition. (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
Estimate € 180 - € 220
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This original medieval bronze cross, dating from 1100–1400, features a geometric dotted pattern on all four arms and an intact suspension loop.
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A magnificent medieval bronze cross.
Early Medieval Period 1100-1400 AD.
This small cross is not merely an ornament, but a witness to its era. Such objects were created with special reverence and craftsmanship, often in monastic workshops. Every element of the pattern and every detail of the casting holds a sacred meaning.
Small crosses of this kind, featuring such a precise geometric pattern, are rarely encountered.
A precise geometric pattern of "dots" or "granulation" adorns all four arms of the cross, likely symbolizing constellations or the Crown of Thorns. The suspension loop remains intact, making it ready to wear.
Condition: The item is in excellent condition. The surface is covered with a deep, smooth, authentic patina of a noble dark green color (patina of time), which reliably protects the metal and confirms its antiquity. The patina highlights all the relief details of the ornament. The eye is intact, without cracks or damage.
Look at many photos for your own impression.100% original.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Material: Bronze.
Size : 27 x 17 mm.
Weight: 1.58 grams.
The item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating back to the 1980s.
A magnificent medieval bronze cross.
Early Medieval Period 1100-1400 AD.
This small cross is not merely an ornament, but a witness to its era. Such objects were created with special reverence and craftsmanship, often in monastic workshops. Every element of the pattern and every detail of the casting holds a sacred meaning.
Small crosses of this kind, featuring such a precise geometric pattern, are rarely encountered.
A precise geometric pattern of "dots" or "granulation" adorns all four arms of the cross, likely symbolizing constellations or the Crown of Thorns. The suspension loop remains intact, making it ready to wear.
Condition: The item is in excellent condition. The surface is covered with a deep, smooth, authentic patina of a noble dark green color (patina of time), which reliably protects the metal and confirms its antiquity. The patina highlights all the relief details of the ornament. The eye is intact, without cracks or damage.
Look at many photos for your own impression.100% original.The cross comes with a jewelry cord.
Material: Bronze.
Size : 27 x 17 mm.
Weight: 1.58 grams.
The item was purchased in 2015 in Barcelona, Spain from G.A. as part of a private Spanish collection dating back to the 1980s.
Details
Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
1100-1400 ad
Name of object
cross. In excellent condition.
Acquired from
Auction house
Year acquired
2015
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
Europe
Condition
Excellent
Previous owner acquired from
Auction house
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Europe
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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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.
