{"product_id":"large-antique-mother-of-pearl-solid-silver-cross-pendant-19th-century-hallmarked-french-crucifix","title":"Large Antique Mother of Pearl \u0026 Solid Silver Cross Pendant, 19th Century Hallmarked French Crucifix","description":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eA striking antique cross carved from luminous, milky mother-of-pearl, set with a finely worked solid silver corpus and end caps. Hallmarked on the bail, this 19th century piece has survived the years without a scratch, carrying with it the refinement of old French religious silversmithing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Cross pendant \/ crucifix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod: 19th century\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Mother-of-pearl and hallmarked solid silver\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 98.9 mm x 57 mm (3.89 x 2.24 in)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: France\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: Excellent, no losses or visible cracks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Details That Tell a Story\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe body of the cross, cut from thick, glowing mother-of-pearl, sets off a carefully modeled corpus — the drape of the perizonium, the position of the arms, the delicate facial features — the mark of attentive craftsmanship. The four silver end caps, decorated with scrollwork and small openwork arcading, finish each arm of the cross with a silversmith's precision. The raised INRI cartouche completes the piece's strong stylistic unity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe style sits firmly within the neo-gothic revival so favored in 19th century religious silverwork: arcading, scrollwork and lace-like finishing recall sacred architecture, while the choice of mother-of-pearl — a noble material long tied to devotional and pilgrimage objects — gives the piece an understated, timeless elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle \u0026amp; Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWorn as a pendant on a long chain, this cross stands beautifully on its own as a statement piece. It's equally at home displayed as a devotional object or collector's item, in a cabinet or on a wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho This Is For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThis cross speaks to collectors of antique religious jewelry, lovers of 19th century silverwork, and anyone seeking a devotional piece rich in history and authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIts exceptional state of preservation, the quality of its hallmarked silver, and the fineness of its execution make it a rare find on the antique jewelry market. Every detail — from the mother-of-pearl to the worked silver — speaks to genuine craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eFollow along on Instagram @arts_chris_riviera for new arrivals and a closer look at each piece: \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arts_chris_riviera\/\"\u003ehttps:\/\/www.instagram.com\/arts_chris_riviera\/\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58570864001359,"sku":null,"price":300.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0835\/8363\/1695\/files\/DSC_0628_51ce3cd1-2ce8-444e-b588-76495d3ed737.jpg?v=1787749657","url":"https:\/\/artschris.com\/products\/large-antique-mother-of-pearl-solid-silver-cross-pendant-19th-century-hallmarked-french-crucifix","provider":"ArtsChris : Antiques \u0026 Vintage","version":"1.0","type":"link"}