Large Antique Neyret Frères French Woven Silk Picture – "Jésus Crucifié" (The Crucifixion) in Original Frame
Description:
Up for sale is a stunning, highly collectible large-format antique French woven silk textile produced by the legendary firm Neyret Frères of Saint-Étienne, France. This is a rare, panoramic statement piece measuring 24" x 12" in its original period frame.
About the Medium:
Unlike a traditional print, lithograph, or engraving, this entire image is meticulously woven on a specialized Jacquard loom using thousands of fine, shimmering silk threads. Neyret Frères was world-renowned for using up to 12 variations of monochrome grey, black, and cream silk threads to achieve deep, photographic, three-dimensional realism. This specific rendering beautifully utilizes subtle highlight tones to portray dramatic heavenly rays piercing through storm clouds to illuminate Christ and Mary Magdalene at the foot of the cross.
Framing & Authenticity:
This piece is housed in its original, period-correct antique frame featuring slim, silver/gold-gilt wood molding with fine beaded detailing typical of the early 20th century. The reverse side features its authentic, legacy brown paper tape seal and hanging wire from decades past, keeping the piece undisturbed and perfectly set within its original glass presentation.
Dimensions:
• Total Framed Size: 24 inches x 12 inches
Condition Details (Sold As-Is):
• Front: The central silk weaving remains exceptionally vibrant, sharp, and highly detailed. There is visible historic water staining/tide-marking along the left vertical outer border margin (clearly highlighted in the close-up photos). It remains secure under its original glass.
• Back: The back panel features age-appropriate wear and brittle aging to the original sealing tape, but remains intact as found.
A gorgeous, highly scarce devotional piece for collectors of historic French textiles or fine Catholic antiquities!