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Exceptionally rare cross, tramp art, 1900, Schwarzwald / Austria

$1,400
£1,075.14
€1,232.10
CA$1,970.85
A$2,207.79
CHF 1,148.33
MX$26,930.51
NOK 14,619.72
SEK 13,785.36
DKK 9,196.03

About the Item

Exceptionally rare cross, made in tramp art style, in Austria or in Schwarzwald, Germany, around 1890 / 1900. The cross has a typically Latin shape and stands on a semicircular base. The cross and base are made of different layers of wood, as is famous for tramp art, the wood is stained and varnished. The cross ends are specially designed and have elaborate decoration. The base is intended to symbolize Mount Golgotha, where Christ was crucified. Measurments approx.: height 15,75 in - 40 cm, width 9,65 in - 24,5 cm, depth 2,56 in - 6,5 cm Crosses in tramp art are exceptionally rare and high sought after collection items. The object is in stunning original condition.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 15.75 in (40.01 cm)Width: 9.65 in (24.52 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.51 cm)
  • Style:
    Folk Art (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
    1900-1909
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Our highly skilled restauration team made a light refinishing of the surface. The cross is in stunning condition.
  • Seller Location:
    Wien, AT
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8437240223832

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