{"product_id":"large-french-antique-rustic-wooden-crucifix-with-metal-corpus-late-19th-century","title":"Large French Antique Rustic Wooden Crucifix with Metal Corpus, Late 19th Century 25.6\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA striking French antique crucifix dating from the late 19th century, featuring a carved faux bois wooden cross and a silvered metal corpus with expressive detailing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe cross has been carefully carved to imitate rough-hewn branches and natural timber, giving the piece a sculptural rustic character while retaining a refined devotional presence. The silver-toned corpus of Christ is beautifully modelled, with elongated proportions, flowing drapery and a softly timeworn patina acquired over decades of age and display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDetails including the curled INRI plaque, carved linework to the upright and skull-and-crossbones motif at the base add further depth to the piece. The contrast between the dark faux bois wood and pale metal figure gives it strong decorative presence, particularly within French country interiors, layered antique spaces and old-world European homes.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLikely originally intended for domestic devotional use rather than church display, this crucifix retains its original hanging loop to the top and displays beautifully on the wall.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSourced in: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eSouthern France\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAge: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e19th century\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eWood and metal\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes it special: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eIts beautiful rich patina\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eFrench Antique Altar Crucifix in Wood Details:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eHeight: 25.6” \/ 65cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWidth: 13.2” \/ 33.5cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eCondition: Wear, patina and surface marks consistent with age and use. Oxidation and age-related wear to the silvered finish of the corpus, with minor losses and imperfections adding to the character of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" style=\"white-space: pre-wrap;\"\u003eWe have more French religious antiques for sale \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/collections\/religious\" title=\"French religious antiques\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"La Maison de Belasyse","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58067303203161,"sku":"748","price":360.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0807\/1145\/0969\/files\/748i_Large_French_Antique_Rustic_Wooden_Crucifix_with_Metal_Corpus_Late_19th_Century.jpg?v=1778845169","url":"https:\/\/lamaisondebelasyse.com\/it\/products\/large-french-antique-rustic-wooden-crucifix-with-metal-corpus-late-19th-century","provider":"La Maison de Belasyse","version":"1.0","type":"link"}