Large silver ostensorium - 79 cm - Silver, Vermeil - 1850-1900
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Description from the seller
Grand monstrance in silver and vermeil, Minerva 1st title standard mark (silver 950/1000) – France, 19th century – 79 cm
French 19th-century goldsmith's work bearing the Minerva 1st title mark (silver 950/1000).
Goldsmith attributed to the Armand Strauss workshops or Ettlinger & Cie.
Large silver and vermeil monstrance, resting on a pierced foot with rich decoration of scrolls and vegetal swirls. The base is adorned with life-size figures in the round, representing the Virgin and the blessing Christ.
The shaft, decorated with diamond-pointing, is rhythmically traversed by a baluster knot adorned with seeds and acanthus leaves. The quadrilobed monstrance holds the glass lunette and is set within a broad radiant glory composed of alternating rays, topped by a cross.
Height: 79 cm
Gross weight: 2,058 g
Condition: minor nicks and losses, notably to the monstrance.
A fine example of monumental 19th-century liturgical metalwork.
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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 TranslateGrand monstrance in silver and vermeil, Minerva 1st title standard mark (silver 950/1000) – France, 19th century – 79 cm
French 19th-century goldsmith's work bearing the Minerva 1st title mark (silver 950/1000).
Goldsmith attributed to the Armand Strauss workshops or Ettlinger & Cie.
Large silver and vermeil monstrance, resting on a pierced foot with rich decoration of scrolls and vegetal swirls. The base is adorned with life-size figures in the round, representing the Virgin and the blessing Christ.
The shaft, decorated with diamond-pointing, is rhythmically traversed by a baluster knot adorned with seeds and acanthus leaves. The quadrilobed monstrance holds the glass lunette and is set within a broad radiant glory composed of alternating rays, topped by a cross.
Height: 79 cm
Gross weight: 2,058 g
Condition: minor nicks and losses, notably to the monstrance.
A fine example of monumental 19th-century liturgical metalwork.
The photos are an integral part of the object's description and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The object will be carefully packed 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
Object name
Large silver ostensorium - 79 cm
Gross weight
2058 g
Number of objects
1
Material
Vermeil, Silver
Country of origin
France
Height
79 cm
Width
1 cm
Depth
1 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1850-1900
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