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18th Century Italian Sunray on a Blue Celesite Sphere with Crystal Quartz

About the Item

18th century Italian gold leaf sunray on a celestite sphere and wrapped in coordinating blue crystal quartz. The 18th century gold leaf sunray was once a halo motif as part of a crucifix or an artistic depiction of a sunburst in a historic church. The piece has been combined with the celestite sphere and blue crystals to create a contemporary, sculptural work of organic and historic significance.
  • Creator:
    Interi (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12 in (30.48 cm)Diameter: 5 in (12.7 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    2023
  • Condition:
    Additions or alterations made to the original: Interi transforms Italian artifacts using artistic methods and contemporary interpretations. The Italian sunray artifact has been joined together with the blue crystals to create a new sculptural piece. Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Dublin, IE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5127143481232

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