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Small Bronze Casket, 19th Century, with the Twelve Apostles and Zodiac signs
$1,517.27
£1,122.59
€1,260
CA$2,097.90
A$2,303.24
CHF 1,201.60
MX$27,872.35
NOK 15,060.23
SEK 14,190.69
DKK 9,593.68
About the Item
Rare small nickel-plated bronze casket, dating from the 19th century, decorated with a fascinating iconographic program: the Twelve Apostles paired with the Zodiac signs. This association, recurrent in the Middle Ages, reflects a symbolic re-interpretation that bridges the human and the divine, time and eternity. It recalls medieval reliquaries, such as 9th-century ivory caskets, where the Apostles were framed beneath arcatures, each surmounted by Zodiac signs—an artistic device underlining cosmic order and spiritual harmony.
The hinged lid opens onto a wooden interior, contrasting beautifully with the silvery patina of the exterior. The casket retains its original lock and key, both in working order, a rarity for pieces of this age.
More than a decorative object, this casket is a true conversation piece, resonating with layers of meaning: from medieval cosmology to 19th-century historicist revival. A remarkable addition for collectors of religious art, medieval-inspired works, or symbolic decorative objects.
- Dimensions:Height: 6.3 in (16 cm)Width: 9.85 in (25 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
- Style:Medieval (In the Style Of)
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- Date of Manufacture:1880
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:NICE, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9202246635502
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