Medieval, Crusaders Era Iron Early Christian cross, wall cross from a church (HUGE! 45x31 cm) (No reserve price)
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An iron early Christian cross, dating from around the 7th–10th century, measures 45 × 31 cm.
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Description from the seller
Early Christian iron cross
circa 7th–10th century.
Most likely the large cross was once mounted on a wooden wall in a church near the altar. This is supported by the holes, which partly still show traces of nails. It is also possible that it was used like a Steckkreuz (crucifix), these were placed at early Christian and holy sites (e.g., on trees) to Christianize the pagans and their sacred places. This was done before the construction of churches, so the pagans were gradually led to God.
At the lower foot of the cross there is a restored break. It does not disturb and was well done, perhaps even an old repair.
On the back there is still legible an old inventory number -713-
In the middle between both cross parts, a massive riveting, which is round on the front and flat on the back.
Length 45 cm and width 31 cm
Early Christian iron cross
circa 7th–10th century.
Most likely the large cross was once mounted on a wooden wall in a church near the altar. This is supported by the holes, which partly still show traces of nails. It is also possible that it was used like a Steckkreuz (crucifix), these were placed at early Christian and holy sites (e.g., on trees) to Christianize the pagans and their sacred places. This was done before the construction of churches, so the pagans were gradually led to God.
At the lower foot of the cross there is a restored break. It does not disturb and was well done, perhaps even an old repair.
On the back there is still legible an old inventory number -713-
In the middle between both cross parts, a massive riveting, which is round on the front and flat on the back.
Length 45 cm and width 31 cm
Details
Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Century/timeframe
7.-10. Jhd.
Name of object
Early Christian cross, wall cross from a church (HUGE! 45x31 cm)
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2003
Material
Iron
Country acquired from
Germany
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Previous owner - year acquired
1980
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
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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