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Enameled Brass Cross - PF.5256
Origin: Russia
Circa: 1750
AD
to 1900
AD
Dimensions:
6.5" (16.5cm) high
x 4.25" (10.8cm) wide
Collection: Russian Crosses
Medium: Enameled Brass
£3,000.00
Location: UAE
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| Description |
The form of the Orthodox cross comprises two
distinct elements, each one separate but also and
integral part of the other. Christ's crucifixion
occupies the central position and the main
theme. At left Mary Magdalen grieves with her
head bowed and an attendant behind her. While
on the right St. John looks up imploringly, as
does St. George 'the Victor', standing behind
John holding a spear. The crucifixion is the
'worldly' aspect of the scene, though there is a
sense something supernatural is about to occur.
From above God the Father looks down from
heaven, offering His blessings, while two angels
prostrate themselves to God and Jesus. At the
bottom, the cruel ground of Golgotha is
graphically depicted, with the skull of Adam in
the center. Touches of white contribute to the
'otherworldy' nature of the setting, which is both
the light of day and the light of heaven.
- (PF.5256)
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