Ceramic San Damiano Cross Miniature, Assisi Icon Replica, 1970s Vintage

Ceramic miniature reproducing the iconic San Damiano Cross. This piece faithfully represents the Romanesque iconography of the Umbrian school, the original of which dates back to the 12th century and is preserved in the Basilica of Saint Clare in Assisi, Italy.

History of the item: The San Damiano Cross is one of the most important symbols of the Franciscan tradition. It was before this crucifix, originally located in the church of San Damiano, that Francis of Assisi received the divine call. This vintage replica from the 1970s was crafted as an object of devotion and souvenir, using image transfer techniques on an enameled ceramic support.

Details and dimensions:
- Period: 1970s
- Technique: Enameled ceramic with polychromy
- Height: 13.5 cm (5.3 inches)
- Width: 9.5 cm (3.7 inches)
- Depth: 1 cm (0.4 inches)
- Weight: 80 g (0.18 lbs)
- Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Surface intact, no cracks or loss of color. Includes original rear wire for hanging.

Value of the item: An item of interest for collectors of sacred art, Franciscan devotees, or for decorating spaces dedicated to meditation. Its value lies in the fidelity of the iconographic design and its half-century antiquity.