North America, Mexico, ca. 19th to early 20th century CE. An intriguing example of a hand-carved wooden crucifix depicting Jesus Christ hanging from the cross. The crucifix projects above a three-tiered base bearing diamond and inverted heart appliques. The cross itself features triangular, spear-shaped tips as well as wooden pliers and hammers. Above Christ's head is a plaque reading "INRI," and beneath his feet is a skull, a star-form board, a ball-headed mallet, and a ladder. Layers of yellow, brown, and green pigment accentuate each component of this sculpture and aid in creating an alluring presentation perfect for any collection. Size: 14.75" W x 29" H (37.5 cm x 73.7 cm)

Provenance: ex-House of Ancestors, Santa Fe, New Mexico USA

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#167288

Repairs to both of Christ's arms at shoulders, one side of star-form board, and ball-headed mallet, with small chips and light adhesive residue along break lines. Loss to head of hammer on proper right crucifix arm as shown. All components attached to one another via iron pins, nails, and staples. Abrasions and fading to pigment, with softening to some finer details, light encrustations, and oxidation to some iron attachment components. Great preservation of overall form and nice remains of pigment throughout.