Reliquary - Alloy - 1800-1850 - Holy Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
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Selected by Clément Floch
Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.
Estimate € 1,400 - € 1,700
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Description from the seller
Reliquary of the Holy Cross – Lignum Crucis – Italy, 19th century
Reliquary in gilded alloy, presumably bronze, of Italian work from the 19th century.
The architectured and completely openwork mount presents a rich Baroque décor of relief angels, scrollwork and foliage, organized around a central theca. The whole, resting on four feet with volutes and surmounted by a cross, is punctuated by red and green glass cabochons, giving a remarkable polychromy to the gilded décor.
Relic of the Holy Cross
The central theca contains a relic of the Holy Cross (Lignum Crucis), consisting of two fragments of wood arranged in the form of a cross on their old mount, under glass.
On the reverse, the theca retains its ecclesiastical red wax seal, still in place.
A very fine example of an Italian Baroque reliquary, remarkable for the richness of its mount, its abundant angelic decoration and the quality of its workmanship.
Signs of use and small ancient alterations in keeping with age and use.
The photos are an integral part of the object description and complete its presentation. 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 canonical law (can. 1190 §1), this sale concerns only the reliquary 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 TranslateReliquary of the Holy Cross – Lignum Crucis – Italy, 19th century
Reliquary in gilded alloy, presumably bronze, of Italian work from the 19th century.
The architectured and completely openwork mount presents a rich Baroque décor of relief angels, scrollwork and foliage, organized around a central theca. The whole, resting on four feet with volutes and surmounted by a cross, is punctuated by red and green glass cabochons, giving a remarkable polychromy to the gilded décor.
Relic of the Holy Cross
The central theca contains a relic of the Holy Cross (Lignum Crucis), consisting of two fragments of wood arranged in the form of a cross on their old mount, under glass.
On the reverse, the theca retains its ecclesiastical red wax seal, still in place.
A very fine example of an Italian Baroque reliquary, remarkable for the richness of its mount, its abundant angelic decoration and the quality of its workmanship.
Signs of use and small ancient alterations in keeping with age and use.
The photos are an integral part of the object description and complete its presentation. 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 canonical law (can. 1190 §1), this sale concerns only the reliquary 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
Weight
0 g
Title additional information
Holy Cross of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
Number of objects
1
Material
Alloy
Country of origin
Italy
Height
10 cm
Width
7.5 cm
Depth
1 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1800-1850
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