Ciborium - Silver, vermeil - 1850-1900 - Damn Neo-Gothic
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Selected by Clément Floch
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Description from the seller
Massive silver-plated money box – French work, late 19th century
Grand Ciborium of very high quality, made of sterling silver with partial vermeil gold plating, fully stamped.
The main visible hallmark is a goldsmith's lozenge (difficult to identify in a photo, but typical of a Parisian or Lyonnais goldsmith from the second half of the 19th century). The overall piece is homogeneous, with no reassembly.
Decor and iconography
The lobed foot is adorned with three patinated silver medallions, finely sculpted in high relief, depicting figures of Christ: Christ Suffering, Christ Crowned with Thorns, Christ in Prayer / Ecce Homo.
The other three lobes feature a pierced neo-Gothic decoration, typical of French liturgical workshops around 1880–1900.
The stem is structured by a flattened, richly engraved knot, ensuring an excellent grip.
The cup, wide and deep, is entirely gilded. The outer band, made of non-gilded silver, is finely engraved with a Latin inscription. The silver/gilding contrast is very skillfully controlled.
The original lid is perfectly fitted and topped with a pierced cross. Same finish, same stamping.
Quality of execution
This chalice is clearly a piece of high liturgy, not a common series.
Very deep engraving.
Thick antique gilding.
Silver medals with applied relief, crafted as true miniature relief sculptures.
Uniform work, at the level of a specialized workshop in Paris or Lyon.
Technical description
Materials: solid silver, very thick mercury gilding; patinated silver decoration for the medallions.
Height: 32 cm
Estimated weight: probably 900 g.
Very good overall condition, golding intact, some signs of use inside the cup.
Very beautiful neo-Gothic ciborium in solid silver gilt, complete with its lid, richly decorated and in excellent condition. A serious piece for a demanding collector or liturgical use.
Photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation. They allow you to assess their condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
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 TranslateMassive silver-plated money box – French work, late 19th century
Grand Ciborium of very high quality, made of sterling silver with partial vermeil gold plating, fully stamped.
The main visible hallmark is a goldsmith's lozenge (difficult to identify in a photo, but typical of a Parisian or Lyonnais goldsmith from the second half of the 19th century). The overall piece is homogeneous, with no reassembly.
Decor and iconography
The lobed foot is adorned with three patinated silver medallions, finely sculpted in high relief, depicting figures of Christ: Christ Suffering, Christ Crowned with Thorns, Christ in Prayer / Ecce Homo.
The other three lobes feature a pierced neo-Gothic decoration, typical of French liturgical workshops around 1880–1900.
The stem is structured by a flattened, richly engraved knot, ensuring an excellent grip.
The cup, wide and deep, is entirely gilded. The outer band, made of non-gilded silver, is finely engraved with a Latin inscription. The silver/gilding contrast is very skillfully controlled.
The original lid is perfectly fitted and topped with a pierced cross. Same finish, same stamping.
Quality of execution
This chalice is clearly a piece of high liturgy, not a common series.
Very deep engraving.
Thick antique gilding.
Silver medals with applied relief, crafted as true miniature relief sculptures.
Uniform work, at the level of a specialized workshop in Paris or Lyon.
Technical description
Materials: solid silver, very thick mercury gilding; patinated silver decoration for the medallions.
Height: 32 cm
Estimated weight: probably 900 g.
Very good overall condition, golding intact, some signs of use inside the cup.
Very beautiful neo-Gothic ciborium in solid silver gilt, complete with its lid, richly decorated and in excellent condition. A serious piece for a demanding collector or liturgical use.
Photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation. They allow you to assess their condition and characteristics. Please examine them carefully before any commitment.
The item will be carefully packaged and shipped with a tracking number to ensure fast and secure delivery.
Happy bidding
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
Gross weight
1 g
Title additional information
Damn Neo-Gothic
No. of items
1
Material
vermeil, Silver
Country of Origin
France
Height
33 cm
Width
16 cm
Depth
16 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1850-1900
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