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statue of jesus on the cross on a black background
DE BAECQUE et Associés - Marseille

171 - Bishop’s crucifix
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Estimate €150 - €200
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Description
Bishop’s crucifix Made of carved wood, with a patina finish, painted and featuring a patinated plaster element. A crucifix for private devotion, which can be dismantled into two parts. The upper section, in the shape of a cross, features Jesus and a resin scroll, signed ‘Berquet’. A crown of thorns made of natural bramble is placed behind Christ. This scene is complemented by a processional cross with three crossbars and a bishop’s crozier, crossed together. Beneath Christ’s feet lies a cord with six knots (three on each side). The cross fits into a plinth imitating rockwork, upon which rests a bishop’s mitre placed on a cushion; the whole is carved in the round. Late 19th century Total height 63.5 cm (without base) Damage and losses (holes repaired with wood filler)
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About the sale FOLK ART, TEXTILES AND TRADITIONS OF PROVENCE
Auction location
Auction time 10/15/2026 at 2:30 PM
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