This antique crucifix features a beautifully sculpted corpus of Christ mounted to a substantial metal cross accented with dark wood inlays on both the front and reverse. The contrasting materials create a refined and timeless appearance, with the warm wood providing a striking backdrop to the cast metal corpus. While the inset material appears to be wood, it may alternatively be a compressed natural fiber or composite material common to devotional pieces of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The reverse reveals the inset panel secured by traditional rivets, highlighting the craftsmanship and layered construction of the cross. The suspension tab at the top indicates it was originally intended to be worn, suspended from a rosary, or displayed as a devotional object within the home.
Measuring 2¾ inches tall and weighing 0.73 ounces, this crucifix is a well-proportioned devotional piece that combines elegant simplicity with meaningful religious symbolism. Its authentic patina and signs of age reflect decades of faithful use, making it a wonderful addition to a collection of antique Catholic devotional objects.
Dimensions: 2¾ inches (2.75 in.) tall
Weight: 0.73 ounces
Estimated Age: Late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890–1930)
Condition: Very good antique condition with age-appropriate wear, including light oxidation, surface patina, and minor abrasions consistent with devotional use. The metal corpus remains securely affixed, and the wood (or wood-like) inset panels are intact with attractive age and character.
Disclaimer: This description has been prepared using visual examination and historical research to the best of our ability. Attribution, dating, materials, and origin represent informed opinions and have not been authenticated or certified by a professional appraiser or recognized authority in religious antiquities.
This antique crucifix features a beautifully sculpted corpus of Christ mounted to a substantial metal cross accented with dark wood inlays on both the front and reverse. The contrasting materials create a refined and timeless appearance, with the warm wood providing a striking backdrop to the cast metal corpus. While the inset material appears to be wood, it may alternatively be a compressed natural fiber or composite material common to devotional pieces of the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
The reverse reveals the inset panel secured by traditional rivets, highlighting the craftsmanship and layered construction of the cross. The suspension tab at the top indicates it was originally intended to be worn, suspended from a rosary, or displayed as a devotional object within the home.
Measuring 2¾ inches tall and weighing 0.73 ounces, this crucifix is a well-proportioned devotional piece that combines elegant simplicity with meaningful religious symbolism. Its authentic patina and signs of age reflect decades of faithful use, making it a wonderful addition to a collection of antique Catholic devotional objects.
Dimensions: 2¾ inches (2.75 in.) tall
Weight: 0.73 ounces
Estimated Age: Late 19th to early 20th century (circa 1890–1930)
Condition: Very good antique condition with age-appropriate wear, including light oxidation, surface patina, and minor abrasions consistent with devotional use. The metal corpus remains securely affixed, and the wood (or wood-like) inset panels are intact with attractive age and character.
Disclaimer: This description has been prepared using visual examination and historical research to the best of our ability. Attribution, dating, materials, and origin represent informed opinions and have not been authenticated or certified by a professional appraiser or recognized authority in religious antiquities.
