AUCTION 22: FALL EUROPEAN DECORATIVE ART AUCTION on September 20 2020 11:00 AM

A GILT-SILVER CROZIER OR PASTORAL STAFF, 19TH C.

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Start price: $5,000

Estimated price: $10,000 - $15,000

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It is believed that the form of this religious object emphasizes the role of the abbot or bishop as a shepherd for his flock. This motif is also supported by the theme of the sculptural composition inside Crozier – the shepherd brings the lamb to the infant Jesus and the Virgin Mary. The gilt-silver final is richly decorated with carved figurines, set with smooth green stones, The carved figures depict the group of 12 apostles. Total weight: 73.4 oz., 2080 gr.

Dimensions: L: 14 1/4 in., (36.3 cm.)

Condition: Very good