Reliquary box - Repoussed metal - 1850-1900 - Reliquary chase.
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Selected by Clément Floch
Has 20 years of experience trading curios, including 15 years with a leading French dealer.
Estimate € 550 - € 700
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Description from the seller
Important neo-Gothic style chest, made of white metal and repoussé copper, richly decorated with trilobed arches, bestiary medallions, and iridescent nacre-like inserts.
The assembly rests on two massive feet extending from the structure.
Detailed description.
Pyramidal chest articulated by a large rear hinge. Assembly by decorative bronze rivets.
Superior decor: three raised round medallions depicting fantastical animals (dragon, chimera, griffin), framed by Gothic networks. Presence of turquoise cabochons and iridescent inclusions.
Facade: five figures of apostles or saints unidentified, treated in hammered bas-relief, under Gothic niches. Lateral elements: same Gothic vocabulary, columns, arcades, cabochons, and enamels.
Interior: original textile lining, in cream damask with floral decoration. Signs of wear, stains, and tears consistent with age.
Condition: Structurally solid overall. Minor flaws in the enamels and spot oxidation. Interior fabric worn out.
No missing elements in the bas-reliefs.
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 TranslateImportant neo-Gothic style chest, made of white metal and repoussé copper, richly decorated with trilobed arches, bestiary medallions, and iridescent nacre-like inserts.
The assembly rests on two massive feet extending from the structure.
Detailed description.
Pyramidal chest articulated by a large rear hinge. Assembly by decorative bronze rivets.
Superior decor: three raised round medallions depicting fantastical animals (dragon, chimera, griffin), framed by Gothic networks. Presence of turquoise cabochons and iridescent inclusions.
Facade: five figures of apostles or saints unidentified, treated in hammered bas-relief, under Gothic niches. Lateral elements: same Gothic vocabulary, columns, arcades, cabochons, and enamels.
Interior: original textile lining, in cream damask with floral decoration. Signs of wear, stains, and tears consistent with age.
Condition: Structurally solid overall. Minor flaws in the enamels and spot oxidation. Interior fabric worn out.
No missing elements in the bas-reliefs.
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
Title additional information
Reliquary chase.
No. of items
1
Material
Repoussed metal
Country of Origin
France
Height
27 cm
Width
27 cm
Depth
18 cm
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Estimated period
1850-1900
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