L517 crucifix The "tree" is a type

The "tree" is a type of desert wood

pointing to the idea that fear of rejection can inhabit vulnerability but it takes courage and strength to see the beauty of an open heart that leads to hope and love

Sculptural 18th century Italian figure of Christ on a garnet and pyrite in matrix

Size: 8" high x 5" wide x 5" deep

L517 crucifix The "tree" is a type18th century Italian gold leaf fragment with natural forming baroque pearls on a selenite slab. The Italian fragment originally came from a church in Northern Italy. It is adorned with baroque pearls. It is placed onto a selenite slab. Selenite is a transparent mineral that is a form of gypsum. It was used to create the windows of the Santa Sabina Basilica in Rome, Italy during the 5th century, hence the name "Window Pane Selenite." The elements