Dieppe ivory Christ crucifix France 1850

French 19th century Dieppe ivory Christ crucifix on carved gilt cross in giltwood frame Napoleon III. The sculpted figure of Christ in carved Dieppe ivory is origin and is in very good condition for its age. This carved sculpture figure is mounted on a water gilt cross in matt and burnished gold and is fitted to a silk backing. The original 19th century frame in carved and gilded wood in the Louis XVI manner of 1780. Original condition and complete the backing of the panel with applied vintage wall paper to prevent humidity ingress from those ancient french stone walls. 800grams.