Medieval - Reliquary statuette - enamelled bronze - Limoges 13th century
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Saint reliquary statuette in enameled bronze from Limoges, dating to the XIIIth century, height 6.1 cm with blue, white and red enamels, depicting a standing saint with crossed arms, authentic original, condition Bon, acquired 2025 from France.
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Statuette of a saint - Reliquary doll.
Enameling statuette, we can fully appreciate the finesse of the colors as well as the expression on the face.
Cast in bronze, the bust likely represents a saint. Enameled in blue, white and red, it highlights the details of the body and clothes.
The man stands upright, arms crossed on the chest, and one can clearly distinguish his upper hand.
He wears a blue and red cloak.
His face is finely crafted; his nose is straight, his two eyes in black stone/glass are fine and well preserved.
His hair, barely sketched, lies flat against the skull.
Two rivet holes indicate that it was mounted on a stand – probably a chasse.
This statuette was made in Limoges, France, a city renowned for producing religious art objects distributed throughout Europe.
It dates approximately to 1250-1275. Statuettes of this type have been found in several places in France, but they are rare.
In the Middle Ages, churches were dedicated to a saint, and the small remains of these saints – the relics – carried great importance in the Catholic Church.
In some places, one could find magnificent reliquaries or crucifixes adorned with gilding and enamels, but they have been very rarely preserved.
Dimensions: height 6.1 cm - width 2.6 cm
Provenance: France, Etude A.G.T.
Previously: Private Parisian collection acquired in 2018
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Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
Translated by Google TranslateStatuette of a saint - Reliquary doll.
Enameling statuette, we can fully appreciate the finesse of the colors as well as the expression on the face.
Cast in bronze, the bust likely represents a saint. Enameled in blue, white and red, it highlights the details of the body and clothes.
The man stands upright, arms crossed on the chest, and one can clearly distinguish his upper hand.
He wears a blue and red cloak.
His face is finely crafted; his nose is straight, his two eyes in black stone/glass are fine and well preserved.
His hair, barely sketched, lies flat against the skull.
Two rivet holes indicate that it was mounted on a stand – probably a chasse.
This statuette was made in Limoges, France, a city renowned for producing religious art objects distributed throughout Europe.
It dates approximately to 1250-1275. Statuettes of this type have been found in several places in France, but they are rare.
In the Middle Ages, churches were dedicated to a saint, and the small remains of these saints – the relics – carried great importance in the Catholic Church.
In some places, one could find magnificent reliquaries or crucifixes adorned with gilding and enamels, but they have been very rarely preserved.
Dimensions: height 6.1 cm - width 2.6 cm
Provenance: France, Etude A.G.T.
Previously: Private Parisian collection acquired in 2018
The seller can prove that the lot was legally obtained, provenance declaration seen by Catawiki.
Important information: The seller guarantees that they are authorized to sell/export this lot.
The seller will ensure that the necessary authorizations, such as an export license, are arranged. (Passport for a cultural object)
The seller will inform the buyer of their status if it takes more than a few days
All seller's objects are sent with insurance equal to the purchase price and are accompanied by an illustrated descriptive document mentioning provenance.
Seller's Story
Archeologia is a professional seller located in Metropolitan France. specializing in the sale of archaeological objects.
All items for sale have been legally acquired and have been subject to an appraisal.
An illustrated certificate including the description of the object and the provenance is provided with any object purchased.
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Culture
Medieval
Century/timeframe
XIIIème siècle
Name of object
- Reliquary statuette - enamelled bronze - Limoges 13th century
Acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Year acquired
2025
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Gallery / Antique dealer
Previous owner - year acquired
2018
Previous owner - country acquired from
Germany
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
