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Antique Greek Orthodox carved wood and silver cross

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Antique Greek Orthodox carved wood and silver cross
Greek, 18th Century
Height 18.5cm, width 8.5cm, depth 6.5cm

This superb piece is a Greek Orthodox cross, crafted from silver, wood, and coral. The cross is comprised of a relief carved wooden cross contained within a pierced, architecturally formed silver frame, which is raised on a shaped silver stem above a spreading silver foot. The wooden cross is carved with imagery of Christ and saints, while the silver frame is mounted with red coral.

More Information

In the Style of:	The Holy Bible / Biblical
Origin:	Greece
Period:	18th Century
Materials:	Wood, silver, coral.
Styles / Movements:	Religious, Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	14500
Incollect Reference #:	540202

Dimensions

W.	3.35 in;	H.	7.28 in;	D.	2.56 in;
W.	8.5 cm;	H.	18.5 cm;	D.	6.5 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.