Vtg German Pectoral Crucifix Skull Crossbones Cross Silver Ebony Antique 3\"h For Sale

VINTAGE GOLGOTHA CRUCIFIXBRASS-TONE METAL AND DARK WOODSKULL AND CROSSBONES - MEMENTO MORI
An evocative traditional Christian crucifix featuring a raised figure of Jesus Christ, dark wood inlays and a distinctive skull-and-crossbones emblem beneath the crucified Christ.
The crucifix features a substantial rectangular metal framework with inset dark wood strips.
The front displays:
- Raised corpus of Jesus Christ- Traditional INRI inscription- Radiating halo around Christ\'s head- Skull and crossbones beneath Christ- Dark wood inlays- Hanging ring at the top
The reverse features additional wood inlays secured with metal fasteners and a decorative central fitting.
The skull and crossbones identify this as a Golgotha-style crucifix, associated with the traditional symbolism of Adam\'s skull beneath the Cross of Christ.
In Christian tradition, this imagery represents the relationship between Adam, humanity\'s mortality, and redemption through Jesus Christ.
This symbolism also connects the crucifix with the historic Christian memento mori tradition, a reminder of human mortality and the hope of resurrection.
Type: Religious Crucifix / Devotional CrossStyle: Golgotha / Memento MoriMaterial: Brass-Tone Metal and Dark WoodDesign: Crucified Christ, INRI, Skull and CrossbonesMounting: Hanging RingMaker: UnmarkedExact Date: UnknownOrigin: Unknown
The piece has not been professionally dated or tested for metal composition.
An interesting devotional collectible for collectors of antique religious artifacts, Catholic crucifixes, Christian symbolism and historical ecclesiastical objects.
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