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Eastern Europe, Russia, ca. 19th century CE. A wonderful cast-brass, three-bar crucifix cross with Jesus Christ taking center stage. Above his head is a plaque which reads, "This is the King of the Jews" from Luke 23:38 that was nailed to the top of Christ's cross. Twin cherubs fly downwards towards Christ, and above them a minute depiction of God the Father. Beneath Christ is an image of Adam's skull in the cave to remind us that Adam lost Paradise through forbidden knowledge, and Christ will return us to it. On the back is a common prayer: "As You were voluntarily raised upon the cross for our sake,/Grant mercy to those who are called by Your Name, O Christ God;/Gladden all Orthodox Christians by Your power,/Granting them victories over their adversaries,/By bestowing on them the Invincible trophy, Your weapon of Peace." Lucite display stand for photography purposes only. Size: 3.1" W x 5.2" H (7.9 cm x 13.2 cm).

Provenance: private Orange County, California, USA collection

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#128570

  • Condition: Slight bending to overall form, with softening to some finer details, and light encrustations, otherwise intact and very good. Light earthen deposits and nice patina throughout.

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