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Probably Armenian 17th century — Probablement Arménien XVIIe siècle, Crosse épiscopale
Probably Armenian 17th century

Probablement Arménien XVIIe siècle, Crosse épiscopale

This 17th-century Armenian gilt-bronze episcopal crosier represents ecclesiastical craftsmanship and religious significance. The artifact, mounted on a modern plexiglass base, demonstrates the ornate decorative traditions of Armenian metalwork.

Medium
gilt-bronze handle; on a modern plexiglass base
Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

Tableaux, Dessins, Sculptures 1300-1900

November 3, 2021

Estimate: $2,000 – $3,000

Lot 4

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Probably Armenian 17th century, Probablement Arménien XVIIe siècle, Crosse épiscopale

This 17th-century Armenian gilt-bronze episcopal crosier represents ecclesiastical craftsmanship and religious significance. The artifact, mounted on a modern plexiglass base, demonstrates the ornate decorative traditions of Armenian metalwork.

Medium
gilt-bronze handle; on a modern plexiglass base
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Armenian, Golden, Gilt Bronze, Baroque, Decorative Arts, Religious, Ecclesiastical, Historical, Ornamental, Object