Lot 639
  • 639

A wooden carving of the Crucifixion, Western Russia, Ukraine, 19th century

Estimate
3,000 - 5,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Wood
  • 29.5 by 25.3cm,11 5/8 by 10 in.
minutely carved in low relief, showing the Crucifixion in the centre, a representation of God the Father above, surrounded by eight roundels depicting patriarchs, prophets, venerables, martyrs and angels

Condition

Held in a wooden and glass frame, which has not been opened up for further inspection. In excellent condition
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