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Antique Spanish Colonial Baptismal Font Vessel and Altar Garniture Pair

About the Item

Spanish Colonial set of three Mexican religious folk art pieces. Ornate, highly decorative, silver tone with gilt accents, including two church altar garnitures, approx 6.5"h, 3"w, and one silver baptismal font vessel, with scroll and floral pattern motifs, shell-form basin, elaborately engraved rising backsplash, all raised on three foliate feet, stamped: Murillo; Hecho A Mano (Handmade)/ Dimensions (approx): 4.5"H, 8"W, 8.5"D These remarkable pieces instantly create a sensational heirloom quality wedding present or a unique addition to any home altar, shrine or collection.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 4.5 in (11.43 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 3
  • Style:
    Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silver,Engraved
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Forney, TX
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU5977226927362
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