Post Byzantine Portable Cross with Seal
17th century AD. A bronze portable cross for priest's domestic altar, with from one side the representation of the Christ's Epifania (Baptism of Jesus) and from the other side the crucifixion (Stravosis), both scenes divided in five panels, the detachable basis of the cross used for stamp for the liturgical bred. 71 grams total, 42-93mm (1 1/2 - 3 3/4"). Property of a Guildford, UK gentleman; acquired on the UK art market. [2, No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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17th century AD. A bronze portable cross for priest's domestic altar, with from one side the representation of the Christ's Epifania (Baptism of Jesus) and from the other side the crucifixion (Stravosis), both scenes divided in five panels, the detachable basis of the cross used for stamp for the liturgical bred. 71 grams total, 42-93mm (1 1/2 - 3 3/4"). Property of a Guildford, UK gentleman; acquired on the UK art market. [2, No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.