Early Wooden Carved Christ

An early depiction of Christ. Carved in wood. Cracks and insect damage throughout. Missing arms and portions of legs. A metal staple in the back for hanging. "Wood Christ Prague-given to John by the mayor of Prague. He told J it was 7th C. The drooped feminine body combined the male & female (before Virgin Mary worship) - to David" from Elaine Steinbeck Household Inventory March 1994 page 3. A copy of the inventory will be supplied with this lot. 15" Tall Provenance: Estate of John and Elaine Steinbeck