Antique Religious Crosses
Late 18th Century Italian Antique Religious Crosses
Canvas, Wood
1720s Italian Antique Religious Crosses
Canvas
Mid-19th Century Folk Art Antique Religious Crosses
Shell
18th Century and Earlier French Antique Religious Crosses
Early 19th Century Italian Rustic Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Mid-19th Century Hungarian Antique Religious Crosses
17th Century French Louis XIV Antique Religious Crosses
Oak
Early 1900s Impressionist Antique Religious Crosses
Paper, Ink, Pencil
Mid-19th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
Mid-19th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
Early 20th Century French Folk Art Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
1880s French Napoleon III Antique Religious Crosses
Brass
19th Century Spanish Spanish Colonial Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
1850s Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
18th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
19th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Italian Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
17th Century Spanish Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Early 1900s Italian Antique Religious Crosses
Giltwood, Glass
19th Century French Other Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Early 20th Century Ethiopian Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Mid-19th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
Late 18th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
19th Century French Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Early 1900s French Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
19th Century Vietnamese Other Antique Religious Crosses
Shell, Hardwood
17th Century Spanish Renaissance Antique Religious Crosses
Boxwood
19th Century European Black Forest Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique Religious Crosses
Brass, Copper, Spelter
19th Century Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
18th Century French French Provincial Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
16th Century French Gothic Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
1890s Austrian Art Nouveau Antique Religious Crosses
Metal
Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique Religious Crosses
Iron
Late 19th Century Ukrainian Victorian Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Early 19th Century Greek Antique Religious Crosses
Coral, Silver
17th Century Spanish Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Copper, Other
Late 19th Century Russian Victorian Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
1910s French Belle Époque Antique Religious Crosses
Marble, Brass, Enamel
Early 20th Century Mexican Spanish Colonial Antique Religious Crosses
Wood, Paint
17th Century Italian Renaissance Antique Religious Crosses
Agate, Lapis Lazuli, Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Metal, Iron
Late 19th Century French Baroque Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Wood
Early 1900s French Antique Religious Crosses
Brass, Nickel
1690s Dutch Baroque Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
Late 19th Century French Antique Religious Crosses
Multi-gemstone, Marble, Bronze
19th Century English Gothic Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Brass, Bronze
Early 20th Century European Gothic Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Gold Plate, Bronze
Early 20th Century German Gothic Revival Antique Religious Crosses
Bronze
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Antique Religious Crosses For Sale on 1stDibs
Finding the Right Religious-items for You
Religious art has had an enduring and significant role throughout history and continues to resonate with modern audiences. Over the years, vintage and antique religious artifacts have become popular with collectors and the devout alike, and religious art has been used to express devotion across a range of media.
Historic examples of religious art remain evocative. From the Renaissance to 1800, many Old Masters actively explored sacred themes from Christianity. In the Baroque period, painters infused religious scenes with intense emotions through the technique of chiaroscuro, which uses strong contrasts between light and dark.
From the 18th to 19th century, Gothic Revival saw designers using elements that evoked the Middle Ages. Artists found inspiration in the romantic qualities of medieval paneling, furniture and other accoutrements, such as candelabras, statues and crosses. Works created in the Gothic style add drama and a grandiose elegance to any room.
Religious art reflects the diversity of beliefs around the world. Islamic art and Judaica are just a couple of examples of the vibrant expression that has coursed through faith-based art over the centuries. Sculptures have long depicted the image of Buddha, while intricately carved reliefs have stunningly depicted deities from Hinduism, like Ganesh. Members of Nepalese religions that emphasize shamanism have made ornate drums, artistically enhanced with images of animals like birds.
In some cases, artisans have created pieces that celebrate specific religious holidays such as the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. But even everyday items are an opportunity to bring both art and religion into a space. For example, designers of furniture over the years have drawn on elements found in cathedrals and other religious settings in order to elevate their work.
On 1stDibs, find a varied collection of antique and vintage religious artifacts and other objects that can be searched by style, period, artist and material, such as wood or metal.
- Is cross jewelry religious?1 Answer1stDibs ExpertNovember 1, 2023Whether cross jewelry is religious depends on the wearer's beliefs and intentions. For many people, the cross is a symbol of Christianity and wearing jewelry that features a cross is a sign of faith. However, crosses can also have a secular meaning. For example, cross necklaces and earrings are a staple of Goth-style fashion. Shop a large collection of jewelry on 1stDibs.
- 1stDibs ExpertDecember 4, 2023Yes, you can wear a cross if you're not religious. There are no rules when it comes to jewelry, so people are free to wear anything that appeals to them. Although some crosses symbolize Christianity, cross necklaces, earrings and other jewelry featuring the shape have become associated with various style subcultures, such as Goth and rocker chic. Shop a large selection of cross jewelry on 1stDibs.
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