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.
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Description from the seller
It is a small casket that clearly displays the decorative Neo-Gothic of the 19th century, that taste for recreating medieval aesthetics with a blend of fantasy, artisanal precision, and a sense of scenography. The structure, compact and elevated on claw-shaped feet, conveys from the first glance an almost architectural presence: it is not just a box, but a small domestic reliquary, an object designed to safeguard and, at the same time, to fascinate.
The body is covered with ornate reliefs worked with meticulous care: tracery, scrollwork, stylized vegetal motifs, and small geometries that recall the friezes of Gothic temples reinterpreted by the historicist workshops of the 19th century. Each face of the casket seems to tell a micro-visual story, with a decorative rhythm that plays between light and shadow thanks to the deep modeling of the metal.
At the apex, crowning the lid, stands a protective gargoyle, modeled with the same elegant drama typical of the Neo-Gothic. Its presence makes the piece more than just a container: a symbolic guardian, a sculptural finial that adds verticality and a touch of medieval mystery.
The condition is excellent: the antique patina enhances the nobility of the metal and the reliefs remain crisp. Only one hinge requires a simple restoration, a minor detail that does not affect the integrity nor the aesthetics of the whole and that can be resolved without invasive intervention.
In short, a 19th-century Neo-Gothic casket of great quality, rich in detail, with a gargoyle acting as a visual signature and with the full 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 small casket that clearly displays the decorative Neo-Gothic of the 19th century, that taste for recreating medieval aesthetics with a blend of fantasy, artisanal precision, and a sense of scenography. The structure, compact and elevated on claw-shaped feet, conveys from the first glance an almost architectural presence: it is not just a box, but a small domestic reliquary, an object designed to safeguard and, at the same time, to fascinate.
The body is covered with ornate reliefs worked with meticulous care: tracery, scrollwork, stylized vegetal motifs, and small geometries that recall the friezes of Gothic temples reinterpreted by the historicist workshops of the 19th century. Each face of the casket seems to tell a micro-visual story, with a decorative rhythm that plays between light and shadow thanks to the deep modeling of the metal.
At the apex, crowning the lid, stands a protective gargoyle, modeled with the same elegant drama typical of the Neo-Gothic. Its presence makes the piece more than just a container: a symbolic guardian, a sculptural finial that adds verticality and a touch of medieval mystery.
The condition is excellent: the antique patina enhances the nobility of the metal and the reliefs remain crisp. Only one hinge requires a simple restoration, a minor detail that does not affect the integrity nor the aesthetics of the whole and that can be resolved without invasive intervention.
In short, a 19th-century Neo-Gothic casket of great quality, rich in detail, with a gargoyle acting as a visual signature and with the full 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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