Another Great Auction 6th November

Another Great Auction 6th November

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Lot 438: Three Vintage Wood and Metal Sick Call Crucifixes, 14” Tallest

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Estimated price: £10 - £20

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A group of three Sick Call crucifixes, each comprising a wooden cross and a metal *corpus* of Christ. The crosses vary in design and wood tone, ranging from medium to dark brown, with the largest featuring a pointed base and the others having more traditional square or subtly shaped ends. The *corpora* are crafted from what appears to be brass or a brass-toned alloy, exhibiting an aged patina. Above the head of Christ on all three crucifixes, a plaque is visible, each bearing the inscription “INRI” (Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum).

Tallest: 14 inches