Crucifix in Original Box
Date1964
MediumVenetian bronze, copper, cardboard
DimensionsPrimary Dimensions (height x width): 11 3/4 x 7in. (29.8 x 17.8cm)
Other (height x width x depth of box): 12 5/16 x 7 1/2 x 1 5/8in. (31.3 x 19.1 x 4.2cm)
Other (height x width x depth of box): 12 5/16 x 7 1/2 x 1 5/8in. (31.3 x 19.1 x 4.2cm)
ClassificationsDecorative Objects
Credit LineGift of Gennaro J. Capobianco
DescriptionVenetian bronze and copper crucifix (.a) in original box (.b-.c).
(.a) Crucifix is a venetain bronze cross with a small hole at the top and bottom for hanging. Engraved at top of cross, "I.N.R.I". A copper figure of Jesus hangs at center.Two original screws accompany crucifix in a clear ziplock bag, in box.
(b.) Box lid is covered by a light blue plaid design. One edge of box has a white label, printed across, "FLAT / CRUCIFIX 1-12 DOZEN NO. 20 / FINISH VENETIAN BRONZE w/ Copper IMAGE"; the "20", "venetian gold," and "image" are all stamped on label while "w/ copper" is hand written in pencil.
(c.) Bottom of box, hand written in pencil, "Capobianco", stamped next to it, "JUN 8, 1964".
(.a) Crucifix is a venetain bronze cross with a small hole at the top and bottom for hanging. Engraved at top of cross, "I.N.R.I". A copper figure of Jesus hangs at center.Two original screws accompany crucifix in a clear ziplock bag, in box.
(b.) Box lid is covered by a light blue plaid design. One edge of box has a white label, printed across, "FLAT / CRUCIFIX 1-12 DOZEN NO. 20 / FINISH VENETIAN BRONZE w/ Copper IMAGE"; the "20", "venetian gold," and "image" are all stamped on label while "w/ copper" is hand written in pencil.
(c.) Bottom of box, hand written in pencil, "Capobianco", stamped next to it, "JUN 8, 1964".
Object number2005.180.47a-c
InscribedEngraved on crucifix (.a), "I.N.R.I".Printed on box label (.b), "FLAT / CRUCIFIX 1-12 DOZEN NO 20 / FINISH VENETIAN BRONZE W/ Copper IMAGE".
Stamped on bottom of box (.c), "JUN 8, 1964".
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