Holy Items

19th Century Bible

Antique Religious Icons

Silver Holy Water Font

Italian Font

Family Bible

French Onyx And Champleve Enamel

In addition to the numerous individual pieces, the manufactory began serial production of items such as holy water jugs, holy water fonts, ashtrays, vases, and tableware.

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Vintage 1950s German Organic Modern Vases

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French Antique Faïence Holy Water Fonts 'Bénitiers' with Crucifixes 18th Century

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H 7.5 in W 4 in D 2.4 in

French Antique Faïence Holy Water Fonts 'Bénitiers' with Crucifixes 18th Century

Located in Petaluma, CA

These are two incredible French Faience holy water fonts from the 1700s. Both have a crucifix and are hand painted with blue and orange touches. They are works of art and would be in...

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Antique Late 18th Century French French Provincial Religious Items

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Faience

Rare Russian Icon of the Adoration of the Holy Cross

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H 27.25 in W 28.5 in D 1.5 in

Rare Russian Icon of the Adoration of the Holy Cross

Located in Corona Del Mar, CA

A rare Russian Icon painting on wooden panel from an Iconostasis or altar screen. The screen was between the priest and the congregation and would have had several of these paintings...

Antique French Bronze Holy Water Font

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H 9.5 in W 7 in D 4 in

Antique French Bronze Holy Water Font

Located in Dallas, TX

Antique French Bronze Holy Water Font was cast to a high degree of detail and is mounted on its original plaque backing. Circa 1900-1910. Measures 9.5H x 7W x 4D.

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Onyx

Silver Holy Water Font or Stoup. Valladolid, Spain, 1788.

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H 7.68 in W 2.76 in D 1.78 in

Antique Gilt Bronze & Enamel Holy Water Font Stoop & Cut Crystal 19th Century

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful 19th century gilt bronze wall hanging holy water stoop in Gothic revival style. The ormolu font with a cross pediment and a superb arched enamel panel depicting ...

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Antique 19th Century Gothic Revival Religious Items

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Oak

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Holy Items For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of holy items for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, stone and marble, all holy items available were constructed with great care. Holy items have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 18th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Holy items bearing Baroque or Art Deco hallmarks are very popular at 1stDibs. Many holy items are appealing in their simplicity, but Lebeuf, Milliet, et Cie, Thiebaut Freres and WMF Württembergische Metallwarenfabrik produced popular holy items that are worth a look.

Finding the Right Religious-items for You

Religious art has had an enduring and significant role throughout history and continues to resonate with modern audiences. Over the years, vintage and antique religious artifacts have become popular with collectors and the devout alike, and religious art has been used to express devotion across a range of media.

Historic examples of religious art remain evocative. From the Renaissance to 1800, many Old Masters actively explored sacred themes from Christianity. In the Baroque period, painters infused religious scenes with intense emotions through the technique of chiaroscuro, which uses strong contrasts between light and dark.

From the 18th to 19th century, Gothic Revival saw designers using elements that evoked the Middle Ages. Artists found inspiration in the romantic qualities of medieval paneling, furniture and other accoutrements, such as candelabras, statues and crosses. Works created in the Gothic style add drama and a grandiose elegance to any room.

Religious art reflects the diversity of beliefs around the world. Islamic art and Judaica are just a couple of examples of the vibrant expression that has coursed through faith-based art over the centuries. Sculptures have long depicted the image of Buddha, while intricately carved reliefs have stunningly depicted deities from Hinduism, like Ganesh. Members of Nepalese religions that emphasize shamanism have made ornate drums, artistically enhanced with images of animals like birds.

In some cases, artisans have created pieces that celebrate specific religious holidays such as the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. But even everyday items are an opportunity to bring both art and religion into a space. For example, designers of furniture over the years have drawn on elements found in cathedrals and other religious settings in order to elevate their work.

On 1stDibs, find a varied collection of antique and vintage religious artifacts and other objects that can be searched by style, period, artist and material, such as wood or metal.

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