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Modernist Cobalt Blue and Gold Wall Cross - European Studio Pottery Masterpiece

About the Item

This modernist Studio Pottery wall cross, meticulously crafted by a European artist, features a cobalt blue crucifix enriched with subtle gold accents cross, bearing an exceptional modernist interpretation of Jesus Christ with a tranquil countenance. The figure of Christ, rendered with angular yet fluid lines, reflects the artist's mastery of a sophisticated visual language. The hand-painted surface reveals a skillful and personal interplay of hues, including shades of purple, beige, white, yellow, cobalt blue, and gold. Our European cross collection (Tradition & Modernism) is composed of one-of-a-kind, handcrafted pieces made by Studio Pottery artists from the 1950s to 1970s. They show a range of diverse styles, from modernism to brutalism. Each artist has taken a unique approach to depict faith through the language of art and the medium of ceramics. This large collection offers an opportunity to curate a custom wall of modernist crucifixes, and appeals to those who appreciate the symbolism and beauty of religious artifacts.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10.75 in (27.31 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20.02 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Mid-Century Modern (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Circa 1950
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Chicago, IL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref: Cross 62 - 20231stDibs: LU5962234637392
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