Medieval, Crusaders Era Bronze - Antique cross with representation of the 5 wounds of Jesus Christ - 28 mm - 11th to 13th Cross - 28 mm (No reserve price)
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Selected by Ruth Garrido Vila
Directed the Ifergan Collection Museum, specialising in Phoenician and Mediterranean archaeology.
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Antique bronze cross depicting the five wounds of Jesus Christ, dating to the 11th–13th century AD, measuring 28 × 18 × 7 mm and weighing 2.70 g, from a private Austrian collection, originating in northern Germany.
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Description from the seller
Old cross with a representation of the 5 wounds of Jesus Christ, a motif expressed through the raised circles of the extremities.
In very good condition with a beautiful dark natural patina and still usable.
North of Germany
Bronze
Date: Medieval period, 11th-13th centuries AD
Measurements, 28 x 18 x 7 mm
Weight: 2.70 grams.
Condition: Excellent, usable
Origin:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the antique fair.
Collected since the 1970s.
History of previous owners: Former Austrian private collection formed in 1980.
The seller will arrange for all necessary permits.
Shipments outside the EU are not made.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
Important information:
The lot was obtained legally.
Declaration of provenance viewed by Catawiki.
1262/CONCORD 4
Old cross with a representation of the 5 wounds of Jesus Christ, a motif expressed through the raised circles of the extremities.
In very good condition with a beautiful dark natural patina and still usable.
North of Germany
Bronze
Date: Medieval period, 11th-13th centuries AD
Measurements, 28 x 18 x 7 mm
Weight: 2.70 grams.
Condition: Excellent, usable
Origin:
Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the antique fair.
Collected since the 1970s.
History of previous owners: Former Austrian private collection formed in 1980.
The seller will arrange for all necessary permits.
Shipments outside the EU are not made.
IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an ancient private collection, not a company. Its authenticity and period have been verified and acknowledged by Catawiki experts using their own various methods.
I suggest that you keep a copy of the auction, which will serve as a certificate of authenticity.
Important information:
The lot was obtained legally.
Declaration of provenance viewed by Catawiki.
1262/CONCORD 4
Details
Era
Before 1400
Weight
2.7 g
Culture
Medieval, Crusaders Era
Century/ Timeframe
11th-13th C. AD
Acquired from
Private collection
Material
Bronze - Antique cross with representation of the 5 wounds of Jesus Christ - 28 mm - 11th to 13th
Year acquired
2004
Country of Origin
Germany
Country acquired from
Austria
Height
28 mm
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Width
18 mm
Previous owner - year acquired
1970
Depth
7 mm
Previous owner - country acquired from
Austria
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
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.
