There is something in biscuit porcelain that plaster cannot imitate. This matte, warm ivory surface, slightly grainy to the touch, which recalls both marble and ivory. This is why 19th-century French and Belgian manufacturers chose it for their quality devotional pieces. This crucifix is a perfect example of it. The cross, molded in unglazed biscuit porcelain, features slightly beveled arms and a sober and elegant V-groove decoration at the ends and intersection. The relief Christ is finely modeled, with precise academic musculature, a carefully draped perizonium, a crown of thorns, and a head slightly inclined to the right, in the classical iconography of French Catholic Neo-Baroque of the Third Republic. The nails, perizonium, and INRI cartouche are enhanced with fine gilding, partially worn with time. Twisted metal hanging ring on the back. Height approximately 24-25 cm, width approximately 14-15 cm. France, circa . Very good condition, biscuit intact, gilding worn with age. Hung in a bedroom, hallway, or living room, it brings a discreet and dignified presence. It fits into an antique interior, a collection of religious art, or simply for those who appreciate the quality of materials and the finesse of the modeling.
Additional details:
- Brand: 20eSiecle
- Style: néo-baroque
- Material: biscuit de porcelaine
- Material: dorure
- Colour: ivoire
- Period: circa