Renaissance Bronze ring with IHS monogram
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A bronze ring with the IHS monogram from the 16th century Renaissance era, in very good condition.
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Description from the seller
This ring from the 16th century embodies the spirit of the Renaissance, a time when art, faith, and personal devotion were deeply intertwined. The IHS Christogram is interpreted as meaning Iesus Hominum Salvator (“Jesus, Saviour of men” in Latin). The use of the ‘IHS’ monogram as decoration is a late 14th to early/mid 15th century fashion which came into utilisation on various different types of metal items, including buckle plates, strap-ends and book fittings. This abbreviation was given particular prominence from the 15th century by the Franciscan preacher Saint Bernadino of Siena. He persuaded warring Italian city states to lay down their arms and replace them with banners bearing the letters IHS.
Wearing a ring with Christian symbols was an outward sign of faith and allowed the wearer to incorporate their religious devotions into daily life.
Material: Bronze
Period: Post Medieval, 16th century
Measurement: 20 x 18 mm, ringsize: 17 mm (7 USA)
Condition Extremely fine, wearable, see photos.
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Provenance: The Supplier warrants that it has obtained this lot in a legal manner.
Previously the property from a French art dealer; acquired on the European art market in the 1990s
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This ring from the 16th century embodies the spirit of the Renaissance, a time when art, faith, and personal devotion were deeply intertwined. The IHS Christogram is interpreted as meaning Iesus Hominum Salvator (“Jesus, Saviour of men” in Latin). The use of the ‘IHS’ monogram as decoration is a late 14th to early/mid 15th century fashion which came into utilisation on various different types of metal items, including buckle plates, strap-ends and book fittings. This abbreviation was given particular prominence from the 15th century by the Franciscan preacher Saint Bernadino of Siena. He persuaded warring Italian city states to lay down their arms and replace them with banners bearing the letters IHS.
Wearing a ring with Christian symbols was an outward sign of faith and allowed the wearer to incorporate their religious devotions into daily life.
Material: Bronze
Period: Post Medieval, 16th century
Measurement: 20 x 18 mm, ringsize: 17 mm (7 USA)
Condition Extremely fine, wearable, see photos.
International registered Delivery.
Provenance: The Supplier warrants that it has obtained this lot in a legal manner.
Previously the property from a French art dealer; acquired on the European art market in the 1990s
Important information:
The Seller can prove that the lot was obtained legally , provenance statement seen by Catawiki.
Important information. The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
The seller will take care that any necessary permits will be arranged.
The seller will inform the buyer about this if this takes more than a few days.
Details
Culture
Renaissance
Century/ Timeframe
16th century
Name of object
ring with IHS monogram
Acquired from
Private collection
Year acquired
2021
Material
Bronze
Country acquired from
France
Condition
Very good
Previous owner acquired from
Antique market
Previous owner - year acquired
2000
Previous owner - country acquired from
France
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
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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.
