Byzantine Bronze

Impressive Byzantine-era cross featuring the image of Jesus Christ depicted with arms raised in a blessing gesture. A piece of great artistic beauty and deep religious symbolism, characteristic of the Byzantine iconographic tradition. This unique piece dazzles with the extraordinary richness of its reliefs, reflecting exceptional artisanal mastery. Its imposing presence evokes centuries of history, spirituality, and refined artistic taste, making it a work of great appeal to collectors and lovers of sacred art. An exceptional opportunity to add to a collection a piece of notable historical, artistic and aesthetic value. Origin: North Germany Material: bronze AD 8th to 10th centuries Dimensions: 40 x 22 mm Weight: 4.9 g Its surface shows the calcifications and concretions proper to its age, which are the best guarantee of its authenticity, This item does not require an export license within the EU No shipments outside the EU. This cross is guaranteed to be authentic Provenance: Purchased by the current owner in 2004 in Austria, Vienna, at the Antiquities Fair IMPORTANT NOTE: This item comes from an old private collection, not from a company; the authenticity and period have been verified and admitted by Catawiki experts using their own different methods.. By bidding, the buyer accepts my terms. If you do not agree, do not bid. Provenance statement seen by Catawiki. The seller guarantees that they are entitled to send this lot. 1130/ancien 7

Stima:200€

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