Holy water font - 1970-1980 - Tabletop holy water font
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Description from the seller
Vintage biscuit porcelain wall-mounted Holy Water Font with velvet frame - Angel with Shell - Mid-20th Century
Description of the lot
Elegant vintage wall-mounted Holy Water Font (for a room), dating to the mid-20th century, crafted in a classical devotional style.
The piece consists of a central porcelain sculpture depicting a guardian angel with wings spread while holding a shell for holy water. The facial details, curly hair, and the drapery of the robe are well finished and preserve the grace typical of sacred art productions.
The figurine is mounted on a wall-shaped panel upholstered in antique pink/peach velvet, framed by a gilded moulding. The back features the characteristic handmade mounting system and a metal hook for hanging.
A piece with strong visual and decorative impact, ideal for lovers of vintage religious collectibles and classic home décor.
Angel statue: 14 x 8 cm
The angel figure is intact in all its sculptural parts (face, wings, body). The velvet and gilding of the frame show slight wear corresponding to its age.
The shell basin has suffered a break and has been restored by gluing the fragments. The restoration is solid, but the seam lines and dark threadings remain visible up close from the outside (see close-up photos).
Please carefully view the photo gallery before bidding, particularly the details concerning the restoration of the shell.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
Translated by Google TranslateVintage biscuit porcelain wall-mounted Holy Water Font with velvet frame - Angel with Shell - Mid-20th Century
Description of the lot
Elegant vintage wall-mounted Holy Water Font (for a room), dating to the mid-20th century, crafted in a classical devotional style.
The piece consists of a central porcelain sculpture depicting a guardian angel with wings spread while holding a shell for holy water. The facial details, curly hair, and the drapery of the robe are well finished and preserve the grace typical of sacred art productions.
The figurine is mounted on a wall-shaped panel upholstered in antique pink/peach velvet, framed by a gilded moulding. The back features the characteristic handmade mounting system and a metal hook for hanging.
A piece with strong visual and decorative impact, ideal for lovers of vintage religious collectibles and classic home décor.
Angel statue: 14 x 8 cm
The angel figure is intact in all its sculptural parts (face, wings, body). The velvet and gilding of the frame show slight wear corresponding to its age.
The shell basin has suffered a break and has been restored by gluing the fragments. The restoration is solid, but the seam lines and dark threadings remain visible up close from the outside (see close-up photos).
Please carefully view the photo gallery before bidding, particularly the details concerning the restoration of the shell.
Seller's Story
For over 20 years, I have dedicated myself passionately to the search for and trading of special, rare, curious objects from any era.
Every piece I select has something that catches my attention: it can be the shape, the story, the unusual aspect, or simply that detail that makes it unique.
I am always searching for objects that speak, that tell something to those who know how to listen.
I choose them carefully, photograph them honestly, and describe them as accurately as possible.
Selling on this Catawiki to share this passion with those who, like me, love to surround themselves with things with a soul.
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Era
1900-2000
Title additional information
Tabletop holy water font
Number of objects
1
Material
Ceramic, Velvet, Wood
Country of origin
Italy
Condition
Fair condition - heavily used & with possibly minor parts missing
Height
30 cm
Width
23 cm
Depth
5.5 cm
Estimated period
1970-1980
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