Religion Wood Cachet Saint Martin - 11 cm
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Description from the seller
Antique depiction – Saint Martin sharing his cloak – 19th century
Ancient seal stamp featuring a turned wooden handle in baluster shape, with a uniform brown patina.
The bronze matrix depicts an identifiable religious scene: Saint Martin on horseback sharing his cloak with a poor person.
The composition features a prominent relief, typical of 19th-century impressions. It is clearly distinguishable:
Saint Martin riding a horse.
The poor in rags on the left.
The ground and the background are slightly sketchy.
The peripheral legend (readable in the mirror image on the last photo) indicates:
Saint Martin de Longny • Diocese of Séez
It corresponds to the abbey or parish of Longny-au-Perche, in the current Orne department.
The seal probably served for official correspondence or parish documents.
Dimensions: height 11 cm; matrix diameter 3.5 cm.
Dating
The engraving, typography, and handle style place this seal around the mid to late 19th century, a period when parishes still had figurative seals made for routine administration.
State: Old and uniform patina. The relief of the scene is still clearly legible.
Interest
Authentic seal of a historic Norman parish, illustrating an emblematic motif of Western Christianity: the gesture of charity of Saint Martin.
Typical object from 19th-century parish offices, sought after in collections of religious iconography, local history, or seals.
Provenance
Private collection
Photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation. They allow you to assess their condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
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Seller's Story
The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition.
We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection.
Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
Translated by Google TranslateAntique depiction – Saint Martin sharing his cloak – 19th century
Ancient seal stamp featuring a turned wooden handle in baluster shape, with a uniform brown patina.
The bronze matrix depicts an identifiable religious scene: Saint Martin on horseback sharing his cloak with a poor person.
The composition features a prominent relief, typical of 19th-century impressions. It is clearly distinguishable:
Saint Martin riding a horse.
The poor in rags on the left.
The ground and the background are slightly sketchy.
The peripheral legend (readable in the mirror image on the last photo) indicates:
Saint Martin de Longny • Diocese of Séez
It corresponds to the abbey or parish of Longny-au-Perche, in the current Orne department.
The seal probably served for official correspondence or parish documents.
Dimensions: height 11 cm; matrix diameter 3.5 cm.
Dating
The engraving, typography, and handle style place this seal around the mid to late 19th century, a period when parishes still had figurative seals made for routine administration.
State: Old and uniform patina. The relief of the scene is still clearly legible.
Interest
Authentic seal of a historic Norman parish, illustrating an emblematic motif of Western Christianity: the gesture of charity of Saint Martin.
Typical object from 19th-century parish offices, sought after in collections of religious iconography, local history, or seals.
Provenance
Private collection
Photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation. They allow you to assess their condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
Seller's Story
The Sanctuary of Curiosities was born from a deep passion for sacred art, devotional objects, and ancient curiosities, witnesses to a rich spiritual and cultural history. Each item offered is the result of meticulous research, carefully sourced across Europe, respecting its authenticity, rarity, and condition.
We are committed to selecting only meaningful objects, with special attention paid to details, materials, and provenance. Our approach is guided by respect for religious heritage and the desire to pass on these fragments of the sacred to passionate collectors, enlightened amateurs, or places of reflection.
Each item is carefully examined, documented, and packaged with the utmost care to ensure a calm, professional, and respectful shopping experience.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Culture
Religion
Century/ Timeframe
XIX siecle
Name of object
Cachet Saint Martin
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2000
Material
Wood
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Private collection
Height
11 cm
Previous owner - year acquired
1000
Width
3.5 cm
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
Depth
3.5 cm
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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