Rare antique European silver filigree crucifix, origin attributed to Italy or Spain (though no maker’s marks found). Corpus of Christ is finely detailed and gilded; the INRI banner above Christ is also of gilt silver. Dates to mid-19th/early 20th century. Believed to be’European Sterling’, with a purity of. Dimensions: approximately 3.5″ long & 2.5″ wide. [Continue]
An original 17th Century Pen and Ink Drawing Study of an architectural pediment with Angel’s By an accomplished but to me unknown hand. Probably Italian Early 17th. Drawn on laid paper laid on to backing at top in good condition It would certainly benefit from further research. From an old album of interesting drawings that [Continue]
Century Charcoal and Grey Wash Drawing. Study of a bearded saint with figures praying. By an accomplished but to me unknown hand. Probably Italian Roman School. Drawn on laid paper generally in good condition for age. Old repair to holing upper centre. Further sketch to the reverse. It would certainly benefit from further research. From [Continue]
I believe it’s either a Spanish or Italian Folk Art. The painting features a 3 dimensional wooden crucifix flanked by two sad cherubs over what looks like the town view of Nazareth. On the back is white paint with a name & address in black, which I believe is of a conservation expert, and a [Continue]