Rare Lot of 4 Cartigli (4) - Wood - 1650-1700
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Lot of 4 ancient devotional cartouches from the 17th century – Carved, gilded, and polychrome wood – Latin inscriptions – Hand-forged iron nails
Fascinating and rare set of four ancient devotional cartouches dating to the 17th century, made of carved, shaped, and polychrome wood, testimony to the artistic and religious tradition of the Baroque era.
The lot comprises three cartouches with devotional Latin inscriptions and a INRI cartouche, characterized by splendid antique gilding and a suggestive craquelure of the painted surface.
Particularly interesting are the inscriptions preserved:
- ORATE PRO INFIRMO – Invocation to prayer for the sick.
- Two side cartouches with the inscriptions ORATIO and DEUS REFUGIUM, expressions of Christian spirituality, referring to prayer and to God as refuge and protection.
- INRI – Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum, traditional inscription placed on Christ's cross.
The cartouches feature the characteristic sinuous ribbon shape with rolled ends, typical of the Baroque decorative repertoire.
Of special charm is the presence of the old hand-forged iron nails, still preserved on some elements, testimony to the original fastening methods.
The surfaces show a magnificent patina of time, with traces of polychromy, antique gilding, craquelure, wear, and surface sedimentations that give the whole an authentic character with great historical allure.
Dimensions:
- Cartouche ORATE PRO INFIRMO: 22 × 8 × 2.5 cm. Nail length 6 cm.
- Pair of cartouches ORATIO / DEUS REFUGIUM: 21.5 × 9 × 2 cm each, right and left arrangement.
- INRI cartouche in gilded wood: 16 × 9 × 2 cm.
Conservation status consistent with the antiquity of the objects, with wear, gaps in polychromy and gilding, small losses and natural signs of time, as detailed by the accompanying photographs.
A set of particular interest for collectors of sacred art, religious antiques, and ancient devotional artifacts, appreciable for the variety of inscriptions, artisanal workmanship, and the extraordinary expressiveness of the ancient surfaces.
The photographs are an integral part of the description.
Shipping with professional, careful packaging, carried out according to the procedures for handling and protecting works of art, thanks to our specialist Art Logistics certification.
Seller's Story
Ankerior is an Italian brand dedicated to the search and selection of works of art, antiques, design and collectible objects of extraordinary historical, artistic and aesthetic interest. Each object is selected according to strict criteria of authenticity, quality and value, privileging artifacts capable of conveying character, elegance and uniqueness to the most refined environments. Each shipment is prepared with the utmost care, through professional packing techniques, so that every piece reaches its new owner in excellent condition, fully respecting its value and its history.
ANKERIOR - Extraordinary interiors begin with extraordinary objects.
Translated by Google TranslateLot of 4 ancient devotional cartouches from the 17th century – Carved, gilded, and polychrome wood – Latin inscriptions – Hand-forged iron nails
Fascinating and rare set of four ancient devotional cartouches dating to the 17th century, made of carved, shaped, and polychrome wood, testimony to the artistic and religious tradition of the Baroque era.
The lot comprises three cartouches with devotional Latin inscriptions and a INRI cartouche, characterized by splendid antique gilding and a suggestive craquelure of the painted surface.
Particularly interesting are the inscriptions preserved:
- ORATE PRO INFIRMO – Invocation to prayer for the sick.
- Two side cartouches with the inscriptions ORATIO and DEUS REFUGIUM, expressions of Christian spirituality, referring to prayer and to God as refuge and protection.
- INRI – Iesus Nazarenus Rex Iudaeorum, traditional inscription placed on Christ's cross.
The cartouches feature the characteristic sinuous ribbon shape with rolled ends, typical of the Baroque decorative repertoire.
Of special charm is the presence of the old hand-forged iron nails, still preserved on some elements, testimony to the original fastening methods.
The surfaces show a magnificent patina of time, with traces of polychromy, antique gilding, craquelure, wear, and surface sedimentations that give the whole an authentic character with great historical allure.
Dimensions:
- Cartouche ORATE PRO INFIRMO: 22 × 8 × 2.5 cm. Nail length 6 cm.
- Pair of cartouches ORATIO / DEUS REFUGIUM: 21.5 × 9 × 2 cm each, right and left arrangement.
- INRI cartouche in gilded wood: 16 × 9 × 2 cm.
Conservation status consistent with the antiquity of the objects, with wear, gaps in polychromy and gilding, small losses and natural signs of time, as detailed by the accompanying photographs.
A set of particular interest for collectors of sacred art, religious antiques, and ancient devotional artifacts, appreciable for the variety of inscriptions, artisanal workmanship, and the extraordinary expressiveness of the ancient surfaces.
The photographs are an integral part of the description.
Shipping with professional, careful packaging, carried out according to the procedures for handling and protecting works of art, thanks to our specialist Art Logistics certification.
Seller's Story
Ankerior is an Italian brand dedicated to the search and selection of works of art, antiques, design and collectible objects of extraordinary historical, artistic and aesthetic interest. Each object is selected according to strict criteria of authenticity, quality and value, privileging artifacts capable of conveying character, elegance and uniqueness to the most refined environments. Each shipment is prepared with the utmost care, through professional packing techniques, so that every piece reaches its new owner in excellent condition, fully respecting its value and its history.
ANKERIOR - Extraordinary interiors begin with extraordinary objects.
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Era
1400-1900
Object name
Rare Lot of 4 Cartigli
Number of objects
4
Material
Wood
Country of origin
Italy
Height
8 cm
Width
22 cm
Depth
2.5 cm
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Estimated period
1650-1700
