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Spanish Colonial, Painted Wooden Crucifix of Christ on a Stylized Tree

$1,200
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About the Item

This carved wooden crucifix of Christ on a stylized tree form, is Guatemalan or Mexican, likely created in the late 1800s by a naive artist of the period, 19th century. It has been painted, and perhaps repainted, through the years. This devotional piece is in a heavily distressed condition, with a fracture to the top, center, diamond-shaped red finial. It appears to have been roughly repaired many years ago. There are other obvious fractures, as in the intersection of the Christ figures arms and shoulders. This carved figure has been stabilized on the wooden tree/cross with black thread by some previous owner. There are very old, insect/worm holes in several spots and other cracks and losses. In spite of all these distressed details, the piece is infinitely charming, visually arresting and even cheerful in its blue paint with red and white accents.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 41.5 in (105.41 cm)Width: 13 in (33.02 cm)Depth: 3.75 in (9.53 cm)
  • Style:
    Spanish Colonial (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Glueing of one of the red painted tips at the top of the piece. This work was done prior to my owning the piece. Additions or alterations made to the original. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. I have owned this piece for 38 years. It is in the exact condition in which I purchased it in 1982 from a gallery of Spanish Colonial Arts in Los Angeles. I have found it to be a delightful piece to be visually enjoyed.
  • Seller Location:
    Van Nuys, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU920718880542

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