Reliquary - Metal, Wood, Textile - 1850-1900 - Reliquary frame - Holy Cross of Jesus Christ

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Clément Floch
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Description from the seller

Very beautiful frame-reliquary absolutely magnificent, adorned with paperolles (rolled paper), containing a relic of the Holy Cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The frame is sealed by Monseigneur Donnet (1795–1882) and dated 1879. The back bears five seals as well as the following inscription: “Very precious reliquary containing a fragment of the Holy Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Sealed by Monseigneur Donnet on 10 June 1879 in Bordeaux.”

The relic of the Holy Cross measures 1.5 cm in length.
Dimensions of the frame: 21 cm by 25 cm (height).

This object is offered solely for its historical, cultural or decorative value. No religious significance is claimed, implied or supported.

Very beautiful frame-reliquary absolutely magnificent, adorned with paperolles (rolled paper), containing a relic of the Holy Cross of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The frame is sealed by Monseigneur Donnet (1795–1882) and dated 1879. The back bears five seals as well as the following inscription: “Very precious reliquary containing a fragment of the Holy Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ. Sealed by Monseigneur Donnet on 10 June 1879 in Bordeaux.”

The relic of the Holy Cross measures 1.5 cm in length.
Dimensions of the frame: 21 cm by 25 cm (height).

This object is offered solely for its historical, cultural or decorative value. No religious significance is claimed, implied or supported.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Title additional information
Reliquary frame - Holy Cross of Jesus Christ
Material
Metal, Textile, Wood
Country of origin
France
Height
25 cm
Width
21 cm
Depth
4 cm
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Estimated period
1850-1900
FranceVerified
1
Object sold
Private

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