Antique Reliquary - Polychrome wood - 1750-1800 - Bishop bust reliquary - 86 cm
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Episcopal bust-reliquary (1) in carved wood, lacquered and polychrome – Italy, 18th century
Important (86 cm) Italian bust-reliquary from the 18th century, depicting a saint bishop wearing the mitre and clothed in his pontifical garments.
Made of carved wood, lacquered and polychromed, the figure stands out for a particularly decorative execution.
The bearded face, treated with gravity, is topped by a high mitre enriched with colored elements imitating cabochons and precious stones. The cope features a remarkable raised decoration of scrolls and vegetal motifs, highlighted with metallic tones and punctuated by green cabochons.
At the center of the chest there is a prominent circular reliquary cavity, integrated into a carved, volute-framed surround.
The bust rests on an architecturally styled base with scrolling, adorned in its center with a winged cherub head.
The reverse, deliberately more sober and left largely undecorated, presents a wide reliquary cavity carved into the wood, currently devoid of its original closing flap, revealing the interior of the reliquary space.
The work is part of the Italian Baroque tradition of bust-reliquaries, particularly developed in the 17th and 18th centuries for the decoration of churches, chapels and sacristies.
Condition
The surface preserves a very beautiful old presence, with wear, gaps and alterations of polychromy and lacquer, perfectly visible in the photographs and consistent with its age. These marks of time contribute to the character and authenticity of the piece.
The photographs are an integral part of the description of the objects and complete its presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number, in order to guarantee 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.
Translated by Google TranslateEpiscopal bust-reliquary (1) in carved wood, lacquered and polychrome – Italy, 18th century
Important (86 cm) Italian bust-reliquary from the 18th century, depicting a saint bishop wearing the mitre and clothed in his pontifical garments.
Made of carved wood, lacquered and polychromed, the figure stands out for a particularly decorative execution.
The bearded face, treated with gravity, is topped by a high mitre enriched with colored elements imitating cabochons and precious stones. The cope features a remarkable raised decoration of scrolls and vegetal motifs, highlighted with metallic tones and punctuated by green cabochons.
At the center of the chest there is a prominent circular reliquary cavity, integrated into a carved, volute-framed surround.
The bust rests on an architecturally styled base with scrolling, adorned in its center with a winged cherub head.
The reverse, deliberately more sober and left largely undecorated, presents a wide reliquary cavity carved into the wood, currently devoid of its original closing flap, revealing the interior of the reliquary space.
The work is part of the Italian Baroque tradition of bust-reliquaries, particularly developed in the 17th and 18th centuries for the decoration of churches, chapels and sacristies.
Condition
The surface preserves a very beautiful old presence, with wear, gaps and alterations of polychromy and lacquer, perfectly visible in the photographs and consistent with its age. These marks of time contribute to the character and authenticity of the piece.
The photographs are an integral part of the description of the objects and complete its presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number, in order to guarantee 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.
Translated by Google TranslateDetails
Era
1400-1900
Weight
0 g
Wood type
Polychrome wood
Title additional information
Bishop bust reliquary - 86 cm
Number of objects
1
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Italy
Height
86 cm
Width
39 cm
Depth
22 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Style
Antique
Estimated period
1750-1800
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