Sculptural 18th century Italian figure of Christ with red and white crystal quartz clusters and phantom quartz and a metal sword.

The figure of Christ was originally part of a crucifix from a church in Tuscany. This piece is based on John 19:34 which reads, “Instead, Jesus’ side was pierced with a spear, bringing a sudden flow of blood and water.” It was a featured piece exhibiting with Il Sacro Nell’Arte or “The Sacred in Art” in the Basilica della Santissima Annunziata opening on March 22nd. 

Il Sacro Nell’Arte is an exhibition that works to bring artists closer to the sacred through artistic depictions. This year, the theme is centered around “water” in scripture. The exhibition was held from 22th to 30th of March 2025 in the Chiostro Grande of the Basilica della SS Annunziata, the main Marian sanctuary in Florence.

Together, the figure of Christ and natural specimens create a figurative, contemporary work of historical and spiritual significance.

Size: 17" high x 14" wide x 10" deep

43 cm high x 35 cm wide 26 cm deep