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Written by: James MoreauContributing Writer · Furniture & Decorative Arts
Furniture & Decorative Arts · Catalogue no. 756230
Saracchi WorkshopAltar Cross
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byNational Gallery of Art, Washington
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| Artist / Maker | Saracchi Workshop |
|---|---|
| Date | c. 1590 (foot); mid to late 19th century (cross and its mounts) |
| Culture / Origin | Italian |
| Medium | rock crystal, enameled gold, 3 beryls, 46 spinels, and 11 emeralds |
| Dimensions | overall: 44.9 x 15.2 cm (17 11/16 x 6 in.) |
| Department | Decorative Art |
| Type | Decorative Art |
About the Artist
Italian, active 16th century Full biography →
Provenance & Source
Image & data: National Gallery of Art, Washington · Licence: CC0.
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