"Late 18th Century Silver Crucifix"
Superb silver crucifix from the end of the 18th century
The still living Christ is surmounted by a cloud welcoming cherubs, topped by the dove of the holy spirit and a triangle representing God the Father.
The mast of the cross carries a cloud inhabited by two cherubs wearing the veil of Saint Veronica and the instruments of the Passion, above Adam's skull.
Christ, the cherubs and the fittings in cast and chiseled silver, the shelves in gilded bronze.
No mark visible.
Work from southern Europe, late 18th century
Height. : 52.5 cm - Width : 24.8 cm.
Total weight: 808 g.