Lot 167
Four reliquary crosses, South German/Alpine, probably Oberammergau, 18th / early 19th century
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Description
Wood, carved. The front of each shows a Corpus Christi of the three-nail type and a Mater Dolorosa with sword, some with INRI sign; two examples with a crowning God the Father group with orb as well as heart-shaped, quatrefoil and circular openings. Bone mounts in varying states of preservation: plaques and turned pommels at the terminals of the cross, three bone loops, one wire loop. The reverse of each with a reliquary compartment fitted with a carved Arma Christi drawer; visible compartments with coloured lining, wire tendril and bead mounts, fabric packets and individual inscribed Cedulae. Rubbed, darkened in places, occasional worm holes; one drawer with a loss, bone plaques with chips. H. circa 22–34 cm.Condition: II - Questions about the lot?