Bust of the Crucified Christ
possibly 17th century
Artist
Artist
Artwork overview
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Medium
colored wax and other media in silver frame
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Credit Line
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Dimensions
overall (oval): 6.55 x 7.75 cm (2 9/16 x 3 1/16 in.)
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Accession
2008.121.3
Associated Artworks
Bust of Christ in Agony
South German 17th Century, French 17th Century
1600
Box
Dutch 17th Century
1600
Bust of Christ Crowned with Thorns
South German 17th Century, French 17th Century
1600
Artwork history & notes
Provenance
By inheritance to Anne Lee, Laytonsville, Maryland; gift 2008 to NGA.
Associated Names
Inscriptions
on old paper label on reverse: Betrübt / die Unschuld sterbt / gleich Morder in der Welt / Getrost / der Vater gab ihn her / fur uns zum Löse geld (Saddened / innocence dies / like murder in the world / comforted / the Father gave Him up / so that He could free us)
Wikidata ID
Q63863514