Box - Ornamental reliefs with gargoyle - Bronze - Neo-Gothic reliquary
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Selected by Clément Floch
Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.
Estimate € 350 - € 400
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Description from the seller
It is a chest that clearly displays the decorative Neo-Gothic of the 19th century, that taste for recreating medieval aesthetics with a mix of fantasy, artisanal precision, and a theatrical sense. The structure, compact and raised on claw-footed legs, conveys from the first glance a nearly architectural presence: it is not just a box, but a small domestic reliquary, an object designed to guard and, at the same time, to fascinate.
The body is covered with ornate reliefs worked with meticulous care: tracery, arabesques, stylized vegetal motifs, and small geometries that recall the moldings of Gothic temples reinterpreted by the historicist workshops of the 19th century. Each face of the chest seems to tell a micro-visual history, with a decorative rhythm that plays with light and shadow thanks to the deep modeling of the metal.
At the apex, crowning the lid, a protective gargoyle rises, modeled with that elegant drama characteristic of the Neo-Gothic. Its presence turns the piece into something more than a container: a symbolic guardian, a sculptural finial that adds verticality and a touch of medieval mystery.
The state of conservation is excellent: the antique patina enhances the metal’s nobility and the reliefs remain crisp. Only one of the hinges requires a simple restoration, a minor detail that does not affect the integrity or the aesthetics of the whole and can be resolved without invasive intervention.
In short, a high-quality 19th-century Neo-Gothic chest, rich in details, with a gargoyle acting as a visual signature and with all the narrative force of historicist objects.
Certified shipping and careful packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is a chest that clearly displays the decorative Neo-Gothic of the 19th century, that taste for recreating medieval aesthetics with a mix of fantasy, artisanal precision, and a theatrical sense. The structure, compact and raised on claw-footed legs, conveys from the first glance a nearly architectural presence: it is not just a box, but a small domestic reliquary, an object designed to guard and, at the same time, to fascinate.
The body is covered with ornate reliefs worked with meticulous care: tracery, arabesques, stylized vegetal motifs, and small geometries that recall the moldings of Gothic temples reinterpreted by the historicist workshops of the 19th century. Each face of the chest seems to tell a micro-visual history, with a decorative rhythm that plays with light and shadow thanks to the deep modeling of the metal.
At the apex, crowning the lid, a protective gargoyle rises, modeled with that elegant drama characteristic of the Neo-Gothic. Its presence turns the piece into something more than a container: a symbolic guardian, a sculptural finial that adds verticality and a touch of medieval mystery.
The state of conservation is excellent: the antique patina enhances the metal’s nobility and the reliefs remain crisp. Only one of the hinges requires a simple restoration, a minor detail that does not affect the integrity or the aesthetics of the whole and can be resolved without invasive intervention.
In short, a high-quality 19th-century Neo-Gothic chest, rich in details, with a gargoyle acting as a visual signature and with all the narrative force of historicist objects.
Certified shipping and careful packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Gothic
Title additional information
Neo-Gothic reliquary
Country of origin
France
Material
Bronze
Model
Ornamental reliefs with gargoyle
Style
Antique
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
19 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
9 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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