Religious objects - Metal - 1850-1900 - Instrument of penance
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Description from the seller
Rare instrument of monastic penitence – Beaumont Monastery (Belgium) – 19th century - Private collection.
Penitential instrument originating from the Poor Clares Colettine of Beaumont, consisting of a chain-metal discipline and a cilice in the shape of a cross made of twisted wire.
The two handwritten notes attached specify the instrument’s use in convent life and indicate a direct provenance from the Mother Superior of Beaumont Monastery, at the monastery’s liquidation on September 10, 1986.
Rare testimony to the practice of corporeal penance in a women’s monastery.
Condition: good preservation with signs of use consistent with its function. The original handwritten documents are included.
The photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complete their presentation. They allow appreciation of their condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any engagement.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with 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 TranslateRare instrument of monastic penitence – Beaumont Monastery (Belgium) – 19th century - Private collection.
Penitential instrument originating from the Poor Clares Colettine of Beaumont, consisting of a chain-metal discipline and a cilice in the shape of a cross made of twisted wire.
The two handwritten notes attached specify the instrument’s use in convent life and indicate a direct provenance from the Mother Superior of Beaumont Monastery, at the monastery’s liquidation on September 10, 1986.
Rare testimony to the practice of corporeal penance in a women’s monastery.
Condition: good preservation with signs of use consistent with its function. The original handwritten documents are included.
The photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complete their presentation. They allow appreciation of their condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any engagement.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with 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
Specific region of origin
Beaumont
Title additional information
Instrument of penance
Number of objects
1
Material
Metal
Country of origin
Belgium
Height
10 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Depth
0 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1850-1900
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