What does a wooden cross necklace mean?

What a wooden cross necklace means is open to interpretation. However, many people associate the style with Christianity. Jesus Christ was crucified on a wooden cross, so Christians may wear necklaces that feature a wooden cross-shaped pendant as a reminder of his sacrifice. Remember that cross necklaces can also be secular, with some people choosing to wear them simply because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cross necklaces.

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19th Century Wood Cross

French Photophores

French Square Wood Table

Antique Large Folk Art Handcrafted Wooden Fretwork Crucifix or Cross and Stand

$1,495

H 21.5 in W 7 in D 6.75 in

Antique Large Folk Art Handcrafted Wooden Fretwork Crucifix or Cross and Stand

Located in Hamilton, Ontario

The body of the cross is done with fretwork vines and leaves and a stylized Sun's rays surrounding Jesus.

Category

Early 20th Century Austrian Folk Art Religious Items

Materials

Softwood

Funeral Procession in Rome with Hooded Figures and Clergy, London 1820

$140

H 12.01 in W 15.16 in D 0.01 in

Funeral Procession in Rome with Hooded Figures and Clergy, London 1820

Located in Langweer, NL

At the far left, a layman hefts a large wooden cross, adding further gravity to the tableau.

Category

Antique 1820s Prints

Materials

Paper

Biblical Engravings – Vision of Candlesticks, Apostle Jude & Judgment of Angels

$362 / set

H 15.16 in W 8.94 in D 0.01 in

Biblical Engravings – Vision of Candlesticks, Apostle Jude & Judgment of Angels

Located in Langweer, NL

Jude the Apostle” standing upon a stone pedestal, carrying a large wooden cross—his traditional attribute. He wears flowing robes, with a radiant halo above his head.

Category

Antique 1730s English Prints

Materials

Paper

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20th Century Golden Wood Cross with Photophores

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H 43.31 in W 27.56 in D 27.56 in

20th Century Golden Wood Cross with Photophores

Located in Longueil, FR

Very large gilded wooden cross with candles, light diffused by candles.

Category

20th Century French Baroque Religious Items

Materials

Giltwood

Pair of French 19th Century Wooden Grilles

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H 29 in W 18.13 in D 1.63 in

Pair of French 19th Century Wooden Grilles

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

An incredibly unique pair of wooden grates. The larger cross pieces were soaked in water allowing them to become soft, then a dowel rod was inserted through the pieces into small hol...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Other Architectural Elements

Materials

Wood

Maxime Old Coffee Table, France 1940s

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H 21.86 in W 39.38 in D 19.3 in

Maxime Old Coffee Table, France 1940s

By Maxime Old

Located in Utrecht, NL

Under the glass are two large, wooden crosses that make this table immediately recognizable.

Category

Vintage 1940s French Modern Coffee and Cocktail Tables

Materials

Glass, Wood

Exceptionally Large Spanish Painted Wooden Cross from the Mid 19th Century

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H 122 in W 59 in

Exceptionally Large Spanish Painted Wooden Cross from the Mid 19th Century

Located in Round Top, TX

Antique Spanish cross in painted wood from the mid 19th century. This exceptionally large and beautiful cross was from a chapel in Barcelona. This piece is sure to add drama and a se...

Category

Antique 19th Century Spanish Religious Items

Materials

Wood

'Wabi Sabi' Style French Low Square Coffee Table

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H 12.21 in W 47.25 in D 47.25 in

'Wabi Sabi' Style French Low Square Coffee Table

Located in London, GB

A low coffee of simple form. France, c1950s. Large open square wooden top over crossed base.

Category

Mid-20th Century French Dining Room Tables

Materials

Wood

17th century Hand Cross, Ethiopia

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H 26 in W 8 in

17th century Hand Cross, Ethiopia

Located in New York, NY

This example is a large liturgical wooden hand cross with pigments from Tigray, Ethiopia.

Category

Antique Mid-17th Century Ethiopian Tribal Art

Materials

Wood

"Crossed Arcs" Large Wooden Abstract Sculpture

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H 25 in W 9 in D 8 in

"Crossed Arcs" Large Wooden Abstract Sculpture

Located in New York, NY

Carved wooden abstract sculpture in the form of two intersecting arcs.

Category

20th Century French Folk Art Sculptures

Materials

Wood

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Rare Arts & Crafts Standing Floor Crucifix w Stylized Bronze Sculpture of Christ

$4,448

H 76.5 in W 14 in D 13 in

Rare Arts & Crafts Standing Floor Crucifix w Stylized Bronze Sculpture of Christ

Located in Lisse, NL

Rare Gothic revival church crucifix and a wonderful hand crafted work of religious art. Made and marked by Brom, Utrecht (see image 17). Brom of Utrecht was a family (or dynasty) of...

Category

Early 20th Century Dutch Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Brass, Bronze

Great Quality Carved & Superb Condition Wooden Corpus Christi on Crucifix, 1800s

$2,329

H 30.5 in W 18 in D 3.6 in

Great Quality Carved & Superb Condition Wooden Corpus Christi on Crucifix, 1800s

Located in Lisse, NL

Antique crucifix with stunning hand carved details and an amazing patina. This remarkable and good size crucifix with a sculpture of a suffering Christ on the cross is another one...

Category

Antique Early 19th Century German Gothic Religious Items

Materials

Fruitwood, Oak

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Large Wooden Cross For Sale on 1stDibs

Find many varieties of an authentic large wooden cross available at 1stDibs. Frequently made of wood, metal and fabric, every large wooden cross was constructed with great care. If you’re shopping for a large wooden cross, we have 73 options in-stock, while there are 7 modern editions to choose from as well. Your living room may not be complete without a large wooden cross — find older editions for sale from the 18th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 21st Century. A large wooden cross made by mid-century modern designers — as well as those associated with Art Deco — is very popular. Giovanni Offredi, Saporiti Italia and Pieter Compernol, Stephanie Grusenmeyer & Jerôme Barrier each produced at least one beautiful large wooden cross that is worth considering.

How Much is a Large Wooden Cross?

Prices for a large wooden cross start at $325 and top out at $166,251 with the average selling for $4,545.

Questions About Large Wooden Cross

What does a wooden cross necklace mean?
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1stDibs ExpertDecember 12, 2023
What a wooden cross necklace means is open to interpretation. However, many people associate the style with Christianity. Jesus Christ was crucified on a wooden cross, so Christians may wear necklaces that feature a wooden cross-shaped pendant as a reminder of his sacrifice. Remember that cross necklaces can also be secular, with some people choosing to wear them simply because they like how they look. On 1stDibs, shop a collection of cross necklaces.