Cross, crucifix, wood, mother-of-pearl, marquetry, flowers, Vietnam, Indochina, 19th century
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Ironwood crucifix cross with mother-of-pearl inlays, richly decorated with flowers and foliage, in the center Christ's crown of thorns surrounds a bowl of fruit, from Vietnam, 19th century.
This cross is in good overall condition, of good quality.
Note: there are a few tiny chips in the mother-of-pearl (at the level of the border fillets), slight soiling and wear from time, see photos.