Reliquary - Silver - 1850-1900 - 19th century silver reliquary
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Selected by Clément Floch
Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.
Estimate € 4,500 - € 5,000
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Description from the seller
Silver bishop bust reliquary – 19th century
Very beautiful solid silver anthropomorphic reliquary, depicting a saint bishop, dressed in his cope and wearing the episcopal mitre, decorated with colored glass cabochons simulating precious stones.
The object rests on four lion-shaped feet, a traditional symbol of vigilance and spiritual strength.
This bust-shaped reliquary with an opening reveals a partially gilded interior with fine gold (vermeil), intended to hold bodily relics or sacred objects.
The work is finely chiseled, with vegetal friezes on the robe and floral decorations on the mitre. The whole reflects high-quality goldsmithing, probably crafted in a religious workshop in Northern Italy or the Imperial Austria (Austro-Hungarian Empire).
Dimension: Height: 14 cm x 9 cm x 8 cm in depth
Decor: colored cabochons, carvings, stylized lions.
Function: Liturgical or private devotion reliquary
Opening: hinged at the base, hollow interior for relics.
Hallmark: Master goldsmith's punch mark with a crown and the letters RC.
Guarantee punch in the shape of a floral rosette
Very good overall condition. Old patina preserved. Functional closure. No damage. Clean and well-maintained interior.
Rare object due to its type and excellent condition.
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 TranslateSilver bishop bust reliquary – 19th century
Very beautiful solid silver anthropomorphic reliquary, depicting a saint bishop, dressed in his cope and wearing the episcopal mitre, decorated with colored glass cabochons simulating precious stones.
The object rests on four lion-shaped feet, a traditional symbol of vigilance and spiritual strength.
This bust-shaped reliquary with an opening reveals a partially gilded interior with fine gold (vermeil), intended to hold bodily relics or sacred objects.
The work is finely chiseled, with vegetal friezes on the robe and floral decorations on the mitre. The whole reflects high-quality goldsmithing, probably crafted in a religious workshop in Northern Italy or the Imperial Austria (Austro-Hungarian Empire).
Dimension: Height: 14 cm x 9 cm x 8 cm in depth
Decor: colored cabochons, carvings, stylized lions.
Function: Liturgical or private devotion reliquary
Opening: hinged at the base, hollow interior for relics.
Hallmark: Master goldsmith's punch mark with a crown and the letters RC.
Guarantee punch in the shape of a floral rosette
Very good overall condition. Old patina preserved. Functional closure. No damage. Clean and well-maintained interior.
Rare object due to its type and excellent condition.
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.
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Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
0 g
Title additional information
19th century silver reliquary
No. of items
1
Material
Silver
Country of Origin
Europe
Height
14 cm
Width
9 cm
Depth
8 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1850-1900
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