{"product_id":"antique-french-souvenir-de-la-mission-standing-crucifix","title":"Antique French \"Souvenir de la Mission\" Standing Crucifix, Bronze Christ \u0026 Virgin, Late 19th Century","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful antique French standing crucifix dating from the late 19th to early 20th century, featuring a finely detailed figure of Christ with the Virgin Mary depicted beneath. The reverse is inscribed \"Souvenir de la Mission\", a touching reminder of the Catholic parish missions that were once held throughout France, where devotional items such as this were often purchased or presented as keepsakes of faith.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe brass crucifix is decorated with attractive Gothic-inspired terminals featuring cherub faces, while the stepped circular base gives it an elegant, well-balanced appearance. Over many decades the brass has developed a beautiful genuine patina, giving the piece the warmth and character that only age can produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a charming devotional piece that would make a wonderful addition to a collection of French religious antiques or provide a beautiful display in a home, chapel, or prayer corner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt remains in good antique condition with age-related wear, surface marks and a genuine aged patina consistent with its age. The reverse bears the original \"Souvenir de la Mission\" inscription. Please study the photographs carefully as they form part of the description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e6.5\" H x 2.75\" W (16.5 cm x 7 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBase Diameter:\u003cbr\u003e1.5\" (3.8 cm)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWeight:\u003cbr\u003e2 oz (69 g)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vintage French Treasures","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63795826393465,"sku":null,"price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0998\/8033\/7785\/files\/IMG_9291.jpg?v=1782536674","url":"https:\/\/vintagefrenchtreasures.com\/products\/antique-french-souvenir-de-la-mission-standing-crucifix","provider":"Vintage French Treasures","version":"1.0","type":"link"}