Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
The eight-ended cross with a scene of the Crucifixion with two rectangular panels.
On the left plate; mourning-Virgin Mary and St. Martha;
on the right plate: St. John the Theologian and the Martyr St. Longinus the Centurion;
Surmounted by four Seraphim over five scenes (clockwise left to right: The Presentation of our Lord, Entry into Jerusalem, The Resurrection, The Ascension, The Old Testament Trinity), two Angels and God Father in Heaven.
Enamelled in blue and white with minimal loss, surface wear to the high points from devotional use.
In very good sound condition with no damage or repairs.
Height 8,1/2" or 216mm
Weight 224g
Andrew Nethercott Antiques has dated this piece to the 19th Century.
Works of art, collectables, scientific and decorative antiques from the 17th - 20th century
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