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19th Century Silver and Gold Monstrance with Travel Case

About the Item

A silver and gold monstrance with travel case (c. 1890). Also known as an ostensorium, this vessel was used as a reliquary for display in the private residence of a wealthy French family. Provenance: A private mansion in Toulouse, France.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 7.68 in (19.5 cm)Width: 3.94 in (10 cm)Depth: 1.58 in (4 cm)
  • Style:
    Neoclassical (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Ross, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6015226203142
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