Crucifix Pendant

16th century (Renaissance)

3.5 cm 7 cm 1 cm

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The protective qualities ascribed to rock crystal, its perceived purity, and its status as a semiprecious stone made it attractive for a crucifix, the arms of which are embellished with sunbursts. The figure of Christ was modeled in gold and then partially enameled. On the re...

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Henry Walters, Baltimore [date and mode of acquisition unknown]; Walters Art Museum, 1931, by bequest.
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