ANTIQUE RUSSIAN ORTHODOX OLD BELIEVERS BRONZE CROSS "Crucifixion of Christ"

Description: RUSSIAN ORTHODOX OLD BELIEVERS BRONZE CROSSANTIQUE MUSEUM QUALITY RUSSIAN BRONZE CROSS "CRUCIFIXION OF CHRIST WITH THE COMING"Casting of Old Believer workshops mid XIX century Russian Orthodox Religious Unique Eight-pointed Cross "Crucifixion of Christ" Old Believer eight-pointed copper alloy cross, casting workshops, Moscow, RussiaThe center represents the Crucifixion of Christ,at the ends of the middle crossbar are the sun and moon In the upper part are depicted the God of hosts, two flyingangel and the Holy Spirit in the form of a dove.The lower part depicts the city of Jerusalem, Mount Calvary and the head of Adam.The back of the cross is decorated with Old Slavonic text Age: over 170 years old Size: 115 x 67 x 2.5 mm / 4.5 x 2.625 x 0.09 inchesWeight: 68 grams / 2.36 ounces Date: middle of the19th century, Moscow, Russia Description & Origin: Antique original museum quality Russian Orthodox Bronze Crucifix "Crucifixion of Christ with the coming" (Cast Bronze), Moscow, the second half of the XIX century. The casting model was made by the Old Believer Master, Moscow, Russia.Inside the cross there is a smooth relief eight-pointed cross of a smaller size with the image of the crucified Jesus Christ in a girdle on the loins and a cross-shaped halo. Above the crucified Savior at the upper end of the cross there is an image God of Hosts in the clouds (arms apart), on the upper crossbar there is an image of two flying angels with headscarves, the Holy Spirit in the form of a dove in a medallion between them. The open palms of Christ have the inscription in relief: “IC XC.” On the sides of Christ are the instruments of passion - a spear (on the left) and a cane. Under the crucified Savior, Golgotha is in the form of an elevation with the head of Adam. The lower, oblique crossbar and lower end of the cross are smooth, without ornament. Above the middle crossbar on the sides of the top are two six-winged cherubs on pins. Above the halo there is a relief inscription: “KING OF THE LORD INCI”, along the upper edge of the middle crossbar there is an inscription engraved in depth: “The Crucifixion of our Lord Jesus Christ”, along the remaining edges: “We bow to your cross, Master, we glorify your bright resurrection.”On the back there is an inscription engraved in depth: “The cross is the guardian of the entire universe. The cross is the beauty of the church. The cross is the king's power. The cross is a true statement. Cross - glory to the angels. The cross is a plague for demons.”However, on this crucifix, typical, characteristic signs of Moscow’s plastic art are visible, attesting to the Old Believer talented master, on the models he created, in particular, the typical, elaborate and expressive faces of the saints, and in this case the crucified Jesus Christ. The image and a full description of the same, but bigger size, Bronze Crucifix are published in the book "RUSSIAN COPPER OLD CASTING”, Moscow 2012 Condition: The Bronze Crucifix is offered in excellent condition. Beautiful age-old patina. No restoration A stunning good-sized example and a wonderful addition to any serious collection! MUSEUM QUALITY VERY RARE RUSSIAN ORTHODOXOLD BELIEVERS BRONZE CRUCIFIX ~ This is great for Russian Icon Collectors ~ All pictures are actual - you will receive what you see INTERNATIONAL BUYERS PLEASE WAIT FOR THE INVOICEWITH EXACT SHIPPING COSTTHIS ITEM WILL SHIP AS:REGISTERED MAIL, DIRECT SIGNATURE, AND FULLY INSURED Return shipping charges are the responsibly of the purchaser Import duties, taxes and charges are not included in the item price or shipping charges. These charges are the buyer's responsibilityPlease check with your country's customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to bidding/buying Receiving 5 stars’ feedback is extremely important to us THANK YOU AND BEST REGARDS KEYWORDS: World Famous Russian Icons, Antique Russian Museum Quality Very Rare Russian Orthodox Bronze Crucifix”. Very Rare Early Russian "Crucifixion of Christ with The Coming", Cast Bronze). Moscow

Price: 1995.95 USD

Location: Aliso Viejo, California

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