Product Description
The Corpus Siena Cross Straight Dark Stained - Made in Italy - 24 Inches is a profound and elegantly crafted piece designed to serve as a powerful focal point for faith and contemplation. This product specifically refers to a cross, complete with a mounted Corpus (body of Christ), showcasing the revered Siena style and a rich, dark stained finish.
Key Features:
- Overall Size: The cross measures 24 inches in height, making it a substantial yet versatile size suitable for a wide range of settings, including home altars, personal prayer spaces, classrooms, or smaller chapel areas.
- Corpus Style: The included Corpus is in the distinguished Siena style. This artistic tradition is often characterized by a refined, classic depiction of Christ, balancing anatomical accuracy with spiritual grace and a poignant, yet peaceful, expression.
- Material: Both the cross and the Corpus are hand-carved from high-quality wood. For pieces of this size, it's commonly Mountain Maple Wood, known for its fine grain and durability, allowing for intricate carving details. The choice of wood underscores the product's quality and traditional craftsmanship.
- Finish - Dark Stained: The cross and Corpus feature a "Dark Stained" finish. This involves applying a deep, rich stain that penetrates the wood, highlighting its natural grain while imparting a solemn and traditional appearance. The dark hue provides a striking contrast to lighter walls or a serene backdrop for the figure of Christ, enhancing its contemplative nature. This finish is distinct from natural wood (which might be lighter and waxed) or painted finishes.
- Straight Cross Design: The cross itself features a classic "straight" design, meaning the arms are uniform and simple, emphasizing the figure of Christ. This traditional and unadorned shape allows the artistry of the Corpus and the richness of the wood to take center stage.
- Artisan Craftsmanship: Both the cross and the Corpus are the result of meticulous hand-carving by skilled Italian artisans. The "Made in Italy" designation is a testament to centuries of expertise in sacred art and woodcarving, ensuring an authentic and finely detailed piece crafted with profound devotion.
- Integrated Design: Unlike standalone Corpus figures, this product offers a complete crucifix, with the Siena Corpus already thoughtfully and securely mounted onto its complementary straight, dark stained cross. This provides a finished, ready-to-display piece.
- Components: The crucifix includes the hand-carved Corpus attached to the cross, and typically features the traditional INRI plaque affixed above Christ's head.
- Heirloom Quality: Crafted from premium materials with exceptional artistic integrity, this crucifix is designed to be an enduring symbol of faith. It is an heirloom-quality piece, intended to be cherished and passed down through generations, serving as a timeless focal point for prayer and inspiration.
Ideal For:
- Enhancing a home altar, prayer nook, or devotional space.
- A meaningful and lasting gift for sacraments, housewarmings, or religious milestones.
- Churches, chapels, or religious institutions seeking a traditional and high-quality crucifix of manageable size.
- Those who appreciate classic Italian religious art and the solemn beauty of dark wood finishes.
