19th Century French Bronze and Hand Painted Porcelain "Madonna & Child" Triptych

This antique carved statue of Christ nailed on the cross was crafted in France, circa 1850. Found in a private chapel in the Rhone Valley, the large cross features a detailed hand ca...

This important antique carved statue of Christ nailed on the cross was crafted in Lyon, France, circa 1850. Found in a private chapel in the Rhone Valley, the large antique cross features a detailed hand carved sculpture of Jesus nailed on a wooden cross with forged iron nails over his hands and feet. The painted sculpture is well-proportioned, and has realistic details throughout the body, face, and hair. The pediment has the Latin inscription INRI (in John 19:19), which in English translates to "Jesus the Nazarene, King of the Jews", and John 19:20 states that this was written in three languages, Hebrew, Latin, and Greek during the crucifixion of Jesus. The title "King of the Jews" is only used in the New Testament by gentiles, namely by the Magi, Pontius Pilate, and the Roman soldiers. In contrast, the Jewish leaders use the designation "King of Israel". Although the phrase "King of the Jews" is used in most English translations, it has also been translated "King of the Judeans". The life-size religious crucifix...

Attributed to the Manufacture de Sevres this elegant, antique jardinière was crafted in Paris, France, circa 1860. Standing on a twisted bronze dore base, the colorful centerpiece...

Accessorize an office or study with this elegant antique barometer. Crafted in France circa 1850, the scientific instrument with hunt motifs throughout, features deer, bird and a let...

This elegant and colorful antique vase was created in Longchamp, Burgundy, circa 1890, round in shape with high sloping shoulders and body tapered towards the base, the tall ceramic vessel...

Decorate your kitchen counter with this elegant colorful antique butcher scale. Crafted in France, circa 1880, the double face scientific instrum...

This antique hand painted tapestry panel is unsigned but was done in Italy in circa 1890 in the Rococo style. The hand painted tapestry d...

Madonna and child, Classical 19th century painting. This lovely oil painting was purchased in Spain. The artist is unknown. The painting still maintains its original finish and ha...

Early 19th Century Hand Carved Madonna & Child Santos Religious Figure A stunning early 19th century religious artifact, in the form of a hand carved Santos Madonna and child statue...

19th century painted porcelain Madonna in original handcrafted oak shrine is the perfect choice for your private devotional area. Designed to mount on the wall or to sit on a surface...

Madonna with child Pribram Bohemia Mid 19th Century. Wood carved Madonna with original polychrome painting, mostly gilded. Crosses on the crowns are missing, good condition. Traces o...

A beautiful 19th century hand carved and painted partial git live edge wooden triptych retable church altarpiece, depicting "The Bible Parable of the Prodigal Son". The European antique, believed to be Spanish in origin, comprised of three gothic cathedral architectural steeple shaped brilliant gold gilded solid wood panels affixed with brass hinges, opening to reveal a trio of rich polychrome decorated religious folk art works. A most impressive display of Catholic Saint / Santos figures, one on horse, the other on donkey, red and yellow coat of arms shield with lion rampant crest insiginia, having later wall hanging wire hardware mounted on the center back painting, allowing for easy hanging, or freestanding to conveniently display the work on a console table, desk, or shelf. With beautiful, bright, rich coloring, warm hues, and distinctive rustic wood grain patterns on both sides, this remarkable example makes for a truly special, thoughtful one-of-a-kind gift, Communion, birthday or holiday. Highly decorative, exceptionally executed design, and unique sculptural silhouette add a touch of sophisticated artistic elegance and cozy relaxed warmth as antique decor,.or as a lovely addition to your home altar, prayer room or devotional shrine, while the folding form is the ideal size for use as a portable / traveling religous icon. Nicely aged patina over the whole., with age appropriate wear, light organically distressed finish, weathered, chippy paint loss, and striking craquelure only adds to the overall antique character and authenticity , historical depth, and European old world charm. Dimensions: (approx) Fully extended: 13.5" H x 17.25" W x 1.5" D Closed: 13.5" H, 3.5" D Provenance : A fine private Raleigh, NC estate. We love decorating with religious antiques, and currently have a large collection available for sale, including various 16th, 17th, 18th, 19th, and 20th century folk art, liturgical altar stick candlesticks, rare relics, altars altar tables, processional pole...