Antique French Gilt Bronze Jesus Christ Sculpture Corpus Wood Crucifix Wall Mount salt shaker darkening to the wood surface

darkening to the wood surface

Hand engraved decoration to the lid

with ram's horns outspread and curled

initials EJ

Antique French Gilt Bronze Jesus Christ Sculpture Corpus Wood Crucifix Wall Mount salt shaker darkening to the wood surfaceAntique 19th century French gilt bronze and wood crucifix wall mount. Beautifully modeled patinaed bronze corpus christi figure on a rosewood cross. Surrounded by an ornate gilt bronze framework on a rosewood backing. Richly decorated with elaborate scrolling foliate and rose garland festoons. The top with a descending dove representing the Holy Spirit. The back with a loop ring for hanging. In overall good antique condition with general wear