1930s French Tramp Art - Wood / Metal Cristo
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**Originally Listed At $500**
Europe, France, ca. 1930s to 40s CE. A piece of Tramp Art depicting Christ of the Cross with elements of the Passion, all upon a decorative pedestal - the cross and pedestal comprised of carved wood painted in red and gold tones and the Christ figure, chains, and "INRI" banner comprised of golden hued metal. Tramp art was popular from the 1870s to 1940s - folk artists utilized discarded pieces of wood, such as cigar boxes or shipping crates and carved them with simple tools like pocketknives - whittling geometric pieces with notched edges and layering them - a technique also known as a Crown of Thorns which is quite apropos here, given that this piece presents Christ on the Cross. Pieces like this one are a powerful reminder that "art" is not just created by professional artists, but also by anyone of any age or socioeconomic status with a creative mind. Size: 15" H (38.1 cm)
Provenance: ex-private Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA collection
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#138138
**Originally Listed At $500**
Europe, France, ca. 1930s to 40s CE. A piece of Tramp Art depicting Christ of the Cross with elements of the Passion, all upon a decorative pedestal - the cross and pedestal comprised of carved wood painted in red and gold tones and the Christ figure, chains, and "INRI" banner comprised of golden hued metal. Tramp art was popular from the 1870s to 1940s - folk artists utilized discarded pieces of wood, such as cigar boxes or shipping crates and carved them with simple tools like pocketknives - whittling geometric pieces with notched edges and layering them - a technique also known as a Crown of Thorns which is quite apropos here, given that this piece presents Christ on the Cross. Pieces like this one are a powerful reminder that "art" is not just created by professional artists, but also by anyone of any age or socioeconomic status with a creative mind. Size: 15" H (38.1 cm)
Provenance: ex-private Santa Fe, New Mexico, USA collection
All items legal to buy/sell under U.S. Statute covering cultural patrimony Code 2600, CHAPTER 14, and are guaranteed to be as described or your money back.
A Certificate of Authenticity will accompany all winning bids.
We ship worldwide to most countries and handle all shipping in-house for your convenience.
#138138
Condition
Expected age wear. Otherwise very good.
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“To eliminate hunger in Boulder and Broomfield Counties through engagement, collaboration, and leadership…”
Community Food Share is a Feeding America food bank serving those in need with access to fresh, nutritious food and nutrition education, with a special emphasis on children, seniors, and other populations of greatest need.
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1930s French Tramp Art - Wood / Metal Cristo
Estimate $400 - $600
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