Christ in ivory carved in its carved and gilded... Lot 190

Christ in ivory carved in its carved and gilded wooden frame. The setting is punctuated by palmettes interspersed with flowers. Christ on his golden cross is depicted with a bearded face, his head bent to the right. The perizonium is tied on the left by a cord. 18th century (one arm and right foot missing. Small wear and tear on the gilding) h. 70 x W. 46.5. Expert: Mr. Xavier de CLERVAL: 06.42.03.33.23 - Ivory of Elephantidae spp (1/A), specimens known as pre-convention prior to 01/06/1947 (EC regulation 338/97 of 9 Dec. 1996, art.2 - W mc).