Chalice - Neo - gothique - .950 silver - Vermeil

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A 24 cm tall neo-Gothic silver-gilt chalice of French origin, weighing 495 g, with a polylobed base featuring six vegetal medallions and a Basque cross, a six-lobed knotted stem inlaid with garnets, and an interior and exterior vermeil pierced and chased cup displaying medieval architectural motifs, stamped Minerve 1er titre and the French master silversmith mark.

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Superb gilded silver chalice (vermeil), in a neo-Gothic style, with a poly-lobed base adorned with 6 medallions featuring vegetal motifs and a Basque cross. The stem forms a 6-lobed knot set with garnets. The pierced and chiselled cup features elements inspired by medieval architecture. Also vermeil throughout, interior and exterior. The chalice is stamped Minerve 1er titre and bearing the French master goldsmith’s mark from the 19th century, to be deciphered. Height: 24 cm. Weight: 495 grams. In good condition.

Superb gilded silver chalice (vermeil), in a neo-Gothic style, with a poly-lobed base adorned with 6 medallions featuring vegetal motifs and a Basque cross. The stem forms a 6-lobed knot set with garnets. The pierced and chiselled cup features elements inspired by medieval architecture. Also vermeil throughout, interior and exterior. The chalice is stamped Minerve 1er titre and bearing the French master goldsmith’s mark from the 19th century, to be deciphered. Height: 24 cm. Weight: 495 grams. In good condition.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
495 g
Silver type
.950 silver
Title additional information
Vermeil
Country of origin
France
Model
Neo - gothique
Material
Silver
Style
Antique inspired
Colour
Gold
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
24 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
8 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Objects sold
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