Antique Religious Crosses
Late 18th Century Italian Rococo Antique Religious Crosses
Gesso, Wood
Late 19th Century European Victorian Antique Religious Crosses
Diamond, 18k Gold
1780s Italian Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Sterling Silver
19th Century French Art Nouveau Antique Religious Crosses
Belgian Black Marble, Ormolu
19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Late 19th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
1870s Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century Modern Antique Religious Crosses
Brass
1860s Antique Religious Crosses
Fruitwood
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
18th Century French Louis XIII Antique Religious Crosses
Wrought Iron
19th Century Italian Other Antique Religious Crosses
Metal
Early 20th Century American Antique Religious Crosses
Plaster
1910s American Antique Religious Crosses
Plaster
16th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Sterling Silver
Mid-18th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Mid-18th Century French Louis XV Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
18th Century French Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
19th Century Dutch Folk Art Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
1850s French Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Metal
Early 1900s Austrian Folk Art Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Early 1900s German Gothic Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Marble
16th Century French Renaissance Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Religious Crosses
Boxwood
1810s German Gothic Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Gesso, Wood
18th Century European Neoclassical Antique Religious Crosses
Silver
Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Gesso, Wood
Mid-19th Century Italian Biedermeier Antique Religious Crosses
Silver
1860s Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Late 19th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Ceramic, Faience
19th Century Gothic Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Oak
19th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Silver, Enamel
15th Century and Earlier Spanish Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Early 19th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Iron, Zinc
Late 18th Century Spanish Neoclassical Antique Religious Crosses
Wood, Paint
Early 20th Century German Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
19th Century Russian Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Silver, Enamel
17th Century European Louis XIII Antique Religious Crosses
Sterling Silver
1880s French Folk Art Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Late 19th Century Mexican Antique Religious Crosses
Sterling Silver
Early 20th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Silver Plate, Spelter
17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Religious Crosses
Silver
Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Early 20th Century Italian Art Deco Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
1690s Dutch Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century European Belle Époque Antique Religious Crosses
Amethyst, Gold
Early 20th Century Mexican Folk Art Antique Religious Crosses
Metal
Mid-18th Century Italian Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
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Antique Religious Crosses For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right Religious-items for You
Religious art has had an enduring and significant role throughout history and continues to resonate with modern audiences. Over the years, vintage and antique religious artifacts have become popular with collectors and the devout alike, and religious art has been used to express devotion across a range of media.
Historic examples of religious art remain evocative. From the Renaissance to 1800, many Old Masters actively explored sacred themes from Christianity. In the Baroque period, painters infused religious scenes with intense emotions through the technique of chiaroscuro, which uses strong contrasts between light and dark.
From the 18th to 19th century, Gothic Revival saw designers using elements that evoked the Middle Ages. Artists found inspiration in the romantic qualities of medieval paneling, furniture and other accoutrements, such as candelabras, statues and crosses. Works created in the Gothic style add drama and a grandiose elegance to any room.
Religious art reflects the diversity of beliefs around the world. Islamic art and Judaica are just a couple of examples of the vibrant expression that has coursed through faith-based art over the centuries. Sculptures have long depicted the image of Buddha, while intricately carved reliefs have stunningly depicted deities from Hinduism, like Ganesh. Members of Nepalese religions that emphasize shamanism have made ornate drums, artistically enhanced with images of animals like birds.
In some cases, artisans have created pieces that celebrate specific religious holidays such as the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. But even everyday items are an opportunity to bring both art and religion into a space. For example, designers of furniture over the years have drawn on elements found in cathedrals and other religious settings in order to elevate their work.
On 1stDibs, find a varied collection of antique and vintage religious artifacts and other objects that can be searched by style, period, artist and material, such as wood or metal.
- Is cross jewelry religious?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Whether cross jewelry is religious depends on the wearer's beliefs and intentions. For many people, the cross is a symbol of Christianity and wearing jewelry that features a cross is a sign of faith. However, crosses can also have a secular meaning. For example, cross necklaces and earrings are a staple of Goth-style fashion. Shop a large collection of jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, you can wear a cross if you're not religious. There are no rules when it comes to jewelry, so people are free to wear anything that appeals to them. Although some crosses symbolize Christianity, cross necklaces, earrings and other jewelry featuring the shape have become associated with various style subcultures, such as Goth and rocker chic. Shop a large selection of cross jewelry on 1stDibs.
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