{"product_id":"santa-fe-cross","title":"Monumental Spanish Colonial Giltwood Sunburst Reliquary Cross, New Mexico 1700s","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscovered on a recent sourcing trip through Santa Fe, this monumental Spanish Colonial–style devotional cross is an extraordinary example of New Mexican ecclesiastical craftsmanship, notable for its rare architectural scale and powerful presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRising an impressive 92 inches in height, the cross is formed in hand-carved wood with a radiant sunburst halo, retaining its original warm gilt surface with a beautifully aged patina developed over decades. The front displays the traditional Passion symbols — including the lance and sponge — arranged in crossed form beneath a crown of thorns and a banner bearing the inscription INRI, all set against a dramatic field of radiating rays.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reverse reveals its original hand-hewn construction, with visible pegging, tool marks, and early fastening methods that strongly suggest use as a liturgical or processional element, later adapted for permanent display. The scale and structural integrity indicate it was likely created for a church interior, chapel, or devotional setting in the Southwest, where Spanish Colonial forms remained deeply influential into the early 20th century.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis type of object would have served as a focal point in sacred architecture — either mounted behind an altar, carried in religious procession, or installed within a mission-style interior — and today reads as a sculptural work of art of exceptional impact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMounted on a custom museum-style stand for stability and presentation, it is equally suited for wall installation if desired.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🧭 Art Historical Context:\u003cbr\u003eLarge-scale crosses of this kind are closely associated with the devotional traditions of New Mexico and the greater Spanish Colonial Southwest, where local artisans continued centuries-old carving and gilding techniques well into the 19th and early 20th centuries. Monumental examples are increasingly scarce, particularly those retaining their original surfaces and dramatic proportions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt over seven and a half feet high, this is among the largest Spanish Colonial crosses to appear on the market in recent years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is intended for interiors where scale and authenticity matter.\u003cbr\u003eIdeal placements include:\u003cbr\u003eA double-height entry or stair hall\u003cbr\u003eBehind a large Spanish or French console\u003cbr\u003eAnchoring a dining room or library wall\u003cbr\u003eA modern gallery-like setting as a sculptural focal point\u003cbr\u003eLayered into a Santa Barbara, Texas, or California Spanish Revival interior\u003cbr\u003eA luxury hospitality or restaurant installation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts presence allows it to function as both fine art and an architectural element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions:\u003cbr\u003e92\" Tall\u003cbr\u003e50\" Wide\u003cbr\u003e8\" Deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFabulous antique condition with age-appropriate wear, including light scratching, breakage to one of the wooden rods, and patina throughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that the \u003cstrong\u003eprice does not reflect shipping costs\u003c\/strong\u003e! Please email scoutstudiosokc@gmail.com with your zip code for a custom quote. You may choose to purchase without confirming costs, but you are still responsible for those costs. \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePieces are not considered on hold while obtaining shipping costs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou may pick up for free in Oklahoma City. Typically, local delivery in the Oklahoma City metro area is +\/- $200, although it can vary slightly depending on the fluctuating price of gas and delivery location. The only way to guarantee a delivery quote is by emailing!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Scout Studios","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51439252799808,"sku":null,"price":16500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/8385\/7216\/files\/Santa_Fe_Cross_8.jpg?v=1768340821","url":"https:\/\/shopscoutstudios.com\/products\/santa-fe-cross","provider":"Scout Studios","version":"1.0","type":"link"}