A German silver-gilt and rock crystal crucifix, maker's mark distorted, possibly Peter Sitzinger, Nuremberg, circa 1603-09 the rock crystal body in multiple faceted and shaped sections with acanthus leaf mounts, the hexagonal base with eight beaded scroll supports, applied girdle with similar six beaded scroll branches, the cast model of Jesus mounted between four circular medallions depicting the four evangelists, later French control marks 42.3cm., 16 3/4 in. high
A German silver-gilt and rock crystal crucifix, maker's mark distorted, possibly Peter Sitzinger, Nuremberg, circa 1603-09 the rock crystal body in multiple faceted and shaped sections with acanthus leaf mounts, the hexagonal base with eight beaded scroll supports, applied girdle with similar six beaded scroll branches, the cast model of Jesus mounted between four circular medallions depicting the four evangelists, later French control marks 42.3cm., 16 3/4 in. high
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