273 - Bottle of the Passion

Bottle of the Passion Composition made from various materials: wood, dried flowers, paper, and some polychrome elements. Attached stopper. In a hand-blown crystal decanter. Contains a Calvary depicting Christ on the cross, surmounted by the scroll “INRI,” surrounded by the two crucified thieves and the Arma Christi—such as the dice, the spear, the crown of thorns, and the rooster of St. Peter’s denial—perched on a column, … The scene is embellished with arches adorned with dried flowers, left in their natural state. Cruciform interior base. 19th century Damaged stopper and missing parts. Height: 27.5 cm Expert: Sophie Sesmat (CNES)