Double-sided reliquary cross with multiple relics - Alloy - 1850-1900 - 24 Relics
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Selected by Clément Floch
Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.
Estimate € 900 - € 1,100
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Description from the seller
Ancient reliquary crucifix with multiple saints’ relics – 19th century
Exceptional gilded metal open reliquary crucifix, housing a substantial collection of fabric reliquaries, with no human remains (24) arranged on a red fabric background.
The interior features remarkable gilt paper filigree work, accompanied by numerous handwritten tituli identifying the relics, notably those of Saint Clare, Saint Maximus, Saint Ursula and several other saints and martyrs.
The crucifix also features two central medallions, including a medallion of the Immaculate Virgin and a blue-ground medallion presenting a religious figure.
On the exterior, the Crucified Christ and the Virgin are depicted in relief. The reverse is adorned with the Instruments of the Passion (Arma Christi) and the Sacred Heart.
Condition: good antique state, with gilding wear, patina and traces of time. Inner construction preserved, with some alterations of decorative elements and labels.
A devotional piece particularly interesting for the richness of its decoration and the number of relics it gathers.
The photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. They allow you to assess its condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
In accordance with canon law (can. 1190 §1), this sale concerns the reliquary solely as a sacred art object. The relics it contains are not the subject of the transaction, but are included gratuitously for their historical and cultural value.
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 TranslateAncient reliquary crucifix with multiple saints’ relics – 19th century
Exceptional gilded metal open reliquary crucifix, housing a substantial collection of fabric reliquaries, with no human remains (24) arranged on a red fabric background.
The interior features remarkable gilt paper filigree work, accompanied by numerous handwritten tituli identifying the relics, notably those of Saint Clare, Saint Maximus, Saint Ursula and several other saints and martyrs.
The crucifix also features two central medallions, including a medallion of the Immaculate Virgin and a blue-ground medallion presenting a religious figure.
On the exterior, the Crucified Christ and the Virgin are depicted in relief. The reverse is adorned with the Instruments of the Passion (Arma Christi) and the Sacred Heart.
Condition: good antique state, with gilding wear, patina and traces of time. Inner construction preserved, with some alterations of decorative elements and labels.
A devotional piece particularly interesting for the richness of its decoration and the number of relics it gathers.
The photos are an integral part of the object description and complement its presentation. They allow you to assess its condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
In accordance with canon law (can. 1190 §1), this sale concerns the reliquary solely as a sacred art object. The relics it contains are not the subject of the transaction, but are included gratuitously for their historical and cultural value.
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
Object name
Double-sided reliquary cross with multiple relics
Title additional information
24 Relics
Number of objects
1
Material
Alloy
Country of origin
Europe
Height
9 cm
Width
4.5 cm
Depth
0.7 cm
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Estimated period
1850-1900
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