Frame - Nacre, Wood - The Nativity

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Clément Floch
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Description from the seller

Nacreous devotional frame – Nativity – Bethlehem, Holy Land, late 19th century

Nacre marquetry frame finely engraved depicting the Nativity under a portico, with the Virgin, Saint Joseph and the Infant Jesus, set against a background of iridescent plates (abalone-type).
Rich decoration of scrolls and vegetal motifs, topped with a medallion depicting the resurrected Christ.

Characteristic work from Bethlehem workshops, intended for pilgrimages to the Holy Land.

Mounted on a wooden frame with the original easel stand.

Good condition, signs of use and small losses

Photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment

The item will be carefully packed 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.
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Nacreous devotional frame – Nativity – Bethlehem, Holy Land, late 19th century

Nacre marquetry frame finely engraved depicting the Nativity under a portico, with the Virgin, Saint Joseph and the Infant Jesus, set against a background of iridescent plates (abalone-type).
Rich decoration of scrolls and vegetal motifs, topped with a medallion depicting the resurrected Christ.

Characteristic work from Bethlehem workshops, intended for pilgrimages to the Holy Land.

Mounted on a wooden frame with the original easel stand.

Good condition, signs of use and small losses

Photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement its presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment

The item 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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Details

Era
1400-1900
Weight
1 kg
Specific region of origin
Bethléem
Title additional information
The Nativity
Number of objects
1
Country of origin
Israel
Material
Nacre, Wood
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
31 cm
External width
31 cm
Internal height
0 cm
Internal width
0 cm
Depth
5 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
BelgiumVerified
1465
Objects sold
98.77%
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