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Early Byzantine Christian Bronze Christ Statue/cross,c5-7th Century Ad
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Early Byzantine Christian Bronze Christ Statue/cross,c5-7th Century Ad

17th century
Sold 11 December 2024 · Curious Antiques
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Very rare Christian bronze statue of Christ/cross ,c5th-7th century AD. Most probably from the Eastern Mediterranean area , Palestine or Constantinople , it is well cast with lovely detail to the head of Christ still evident despite its great age. The bronze has taken on great colour and has the aged smooth patina you would expect from an ancient piece. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK and international shipping.

Size: 9cm tall x 3cm wide x 2cm deep.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Byzantine Bronze Christ Figure to the Before 1700 period.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
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SA1099224
Dealers Notes

Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Very rare Christian bronze statue of Christ/cross ,c5th-7th century AD.
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Most probably from the Eastern Mediterranean area , Palestine or Constantinople , it is well cast with lovely detail to the head of Christ still evident despite its great age.
Curious Antiques

The bronze has taken on great colour and has the aged smooth patina you would expect from an ancient piece. Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me if you would like to view the item or have any questions.

Price includes FREE UK and international shipping.

Size: 9cm tall x 3cm wide x 2cm deep.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Byzantine Bronze Christ Figure to the Before 1700 period.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
3cm (1.18")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1099224
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Early Byzantine Christian Bronze Christ Statue/cross,c5-7th Century Ad

Archive II An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. View II
Archive III An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. View III
Archive IV An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. View IV
Archive V An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. View V
Archive VI An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. View VI
Archive VII An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. View VII
Archive VIII An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina. View VIII
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Timeline Antiques Centre
Midland Road
North Walsham
Norfolk
NR28 9JR
United Kingdom
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An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina.
Early Byzantine Christian Bronze Christ Statue/Cross,c5-7th Century AD
Ref: SA1099224
An ancient cast bronze figurine featuring a stylized human head above a tapering vertical bar with horizontal projections, displaying a weathered green and brown patina.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures and Statues
  • Period17th century
  • StyleByzantine
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourGreen and Brown
  • MotifsFigural head, Tapering shaft, Horizontal projections
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 3 cm (1 in) x D 2 cm (1 in)

FAQs

Byzantine art is characterised by its religious focus, formal iconographic traditions, and the use of rich materials such as bronze, gold, and mosaic to convey spiritual themes.

Byzantine metalwork primarily utilised copper alloys like bronze, often cast using lost-wax methods, and frequently featured surface engravings, niello, or gilding.

Authentic pieces typically exhibit period-appropriate tool marks, natural copper alloy composition, stable patination and oxidisation consistent with age, and stylistic adherence to historical iconography.

Displaying ancient artefacts on minimalist mounts or within dedicated cabinet spaces allows their historical craftsmanship to serve as a focal point without overwhelming contemporary room aesthetics.

Ancient bronzes should be kept in stable humidity-controlled environments, handled with clean gloves to prevent oil transfer, and dusted gently without chemical cleaning agents that could strip the historical patina.
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