Items Similar to Fine 19th Century French Neo-Gothic Gilt Metal Cathedral Church Reliquary Pair

19th Century French Gothic Cathedral Giltwood & Glass Reliquary / Vitrine

French Late 19th Century Neo Gothic Gilded Metal Saint Statue

Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Reliquary Casket

19th Century American Neo-Gothic Oak Church Altar Temple Lectern Book Stand

Neo-Gothic 19th Century Octagonal Pedestal / Stand / Architectural Model

Want more images or videos?

Request additional images or videos from the seller

1 of 21

Fine 19th Century French Neo-Gothic Gilt Metal Cathedral Church Reliquary Pair

About the Item

A stunning pair of very fine quality French Neo-Gothic gilt metal church reliquaries. circa 1860s Most impressive objets d’art, born in France in the second half of the 19th century, most likely Parisian gilded bronze and brass ormolu work, exceptionally executed sculptural form, the exquisitely detailed architectural cathedral shaped case having a removable pointed steeple roof with cross finial, opening to relic display case surrounded on all sides by original glazed glass panes, stepped base, rising on disc feet. Signed, stamped by maker / bronzier "BC" (unknown) model "5096" and other faint marks to lid interiors. Additional photos available upon request Dimensions: (approx) 14.75" High, 6.75" Wide, 6.75" Deep; 13.25 lbs total History: A reliquary (also referred to as a shrine, by the French term châsse or monstrance) is a container for important religious relics. The earliest reliquaries were essentially boxes, either simply box-shaped or based on an architectural design, taking the form of a model of a church with a pitched roof. These latter are known by the French term chasse, and typical examples from the 12th to 14th century have wooden frameworks with gilt-copper plaques nailed on, decorated in champlevé enamel. Limoges was the largest production centre; NB the English usage differs from that of the French châsse, which denotes large size rather than shape. Relics of the True Cross became very popular from the 9th century onward and were housed in magnificent gold and silver cross-shaped reliquaries decorated with enamels and precious stones. From about the end of the 10th century, reliquaries in the shape of the relics they housed also became popular; hence, for instance, the skull of Pope Alexander I was housed in a head-shaped reliquary. Similarly, the bones of saints were often housed in reliquaries that recalled the shape of the original body part, such as an arm or a foot. A philatory is a transparent reliquary designed to contain and exhibit the bones and relics of saints. This style of reliquary has a viewing portal to view the relic inside. The feretrum was a medieval form of reliquary or shrine containing the sacred effigies and relics of a saint. During the later Middle Ages, the monstrance form, primarily used for consecrated hosts, was sometimes used for reliquaries. These housed the relic in a rock crystal, or glass capsule mounted on a column above a base, enabling the relic to be displayed to the faithful. Reliquaries in the form of large pieces of metalwork jewellery also appeared around this time, housing tiny relics such as pieces of the Holy Thorn, notably the Holy Thorn Reliquary now in the British Museum. Condition: Superb museum quality examples, in excellent original unrestored antique condition with beautifully aged patina. Wear consistent with age and use. Heavily patinated - scattered oxidation. Overall wonderful examples. Typically reliquaries were not sold in pairs, so to find a matching pair such as this is exceptionally rare. Worldwide shipping available Local pickup available near Dallas, Texas Additional: We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques love religious antiques, from Christian tabernacles, Catholic altarpiece, life-size Buddhist temple sculptures, Hindu votive offerings, 16th century Islamic mosque architectural salvaged windows, we have a large selection to choose from. Also including Spanish Colonial santo figure carvings, Mexican folk art, hand-painted retablo, reredos, icons, liturgical cabinets, monastery tables, religious home decor, and more. Be sure to checkout our other listings.

Dimensions:

Height: 14.75 in (37.47 cm)Width: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)Depth: 6.75 in (17.15 cm)

Sold As:

Set of 2

Style:

Gothic Revival (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Brass,Bronze,Glass,Gilt,Patinated

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

Mid-19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

circa 1860s

Condition:

Wear consistent with age and use. Superb museum quality examples, in excellent original unrestored antique condition with beautifully aged patina. Wear consistent with age and use. Heavily patinated - scattered oxidation. Overall wonderful examples.

Seller Location:

Forney, TX

Reference Number:

1stDibs: LU5977235578342

More From This Seller

View All

19th Century American Neo-Gothic Oak Church Altar Temple Lectern Book Stand

Located in Forney, TX

A monumental antique Victorian Gothic Revival carved oak church altar / synagogue lectern / book stand podium. Hand-crafted in the 19th century, having a sloped book-rest to the top...

Category

Antique 19th Century North American Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Oak

19th Century American Neo-Gothic Oak Church Altar Temple Lectern Book Stand

$3,000

19th Century French Neo-Gothic Carved Oak Hall Bench Cabinet

Located in Forney, TX

A scarce antique Gothic Revival French hand-carved oak hall bench with original nicely aged dark warm rich patina. circa 1870 Hand-crafted in France in the late 19th century, high-quality solid wood construction, rare form, having a tall double-door cabinet with carved tracery panels, iron slide bolt...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Benches

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Neo-Gothic Carved Oak Hall Bench Cabinet

$3,500

19th Century French Ecclesiastical Iron & Bronze Altar Rail

Located in Forney, TX

A rare and magnificent architectural ecclesiastical iron and bronze altar railing. Created in France in the 19th century, commissioned for a Victorian er...

Category

Antique 19th Century French Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Bronze, Iron

19th Century French Ecclesiastical Iron & Bronze Altar Rail

$3,500

Fine 19th Century European Gilt Bronze Ormolu Monstrance Reliquary

Located in Forney, TX

A scarce fine quality neoclassical Empire style vasiform gilt bronze ormolu church religious relic altar monstrance reliquary. Exquisitely hand-crafted in Continental Europe in the second half of the 19th century, most likely French Napoleon III Period (1852-1870), having a fanned cross crest, above winged angel mask, central oval display...

Category

Antique 19th Century European Empire Sculptures and Carvings

Materials

Bronze, Ormolu

Fine 19th Century European Gilt Bronze Ormolu Monstrance Reliquary

$3,350

Monumental 19th Century Dutch Church Painted Wood Cross

Located in Forney, TX

A massive nearly 10 foot tall by 5.5 foot wide antique Dutch ecclesiastical wooden cross. Hand-crafted in the Netherlands in the 19th century, very large sculptural Celtic cross for...

Category

Antique 19th Century Dutch Folk Art Religious Items

Materials

Iron

Monumental 19th Century Dutch Church Painted Wood Cross

$2,000

19th Century Gothic Revival Bronze Altar Candlestick Pair

Located in Forney, TX

A stunning pair of antique Neo-Gothic bronze church altar stick candle prickets with beautifully aged patina. European, late 19th century, each with a single candle socket, mural crown, pierced quatrefoils, wafer stem, rising on paw feet. Dimensions: (approx) 27.25" Tall, 8.25" Diameter; 28lbs total Condition: Great original unrestored antique condition with nicely aged dark warm patinated finish. Distinctive gilt brass and copper like tones. Wear consistent with age and indicative of use. Overall outstanding examples World Wide Shipping Available Local Pickup/Delivery available around Dallas, Texas We here at Lynx Hollow Antiques absolutely love collecting and decorating with religious objects. From a church altar table...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century European Gothic Revival Candlesticks

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Gothic Revival Bronze Altar Candlestick Pair

$2,500 / set

Mid-20th Century French Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Glass, Giltwood

19th Century French Gothic Cathedral Giltwood & Glass Reliquary / Vitrine

$3,080 Sale Price

46% Off

French Late 19th Century Neo Gothic Gilded Metal Saint Statue

Located in Buisson, FR

Wonderful gilded metal saint statue with beautiful expression, France, circa 1880-1900. Weathered. Measurements include the wooden base.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Metal

French Late 19th Century Neo Gothic Gilded Metal Saint Statue

$284 Sale Price

50% Off

French Late 19th Century Neo Gothic Gilded Metal Saint Statue

Located in Buisson, FR

Wonderful gilded metal saint statue with beautiful expression. France, circa 1880-1900. Weathered. Measurements include the wooden base.

Category

Antique Late 19th Century French Gothic Revival Figurative Sculptures

Materials

Metal

French Late 19th Century Neo Gothic Gilded Metal Saint Statue

$284 Sale Price

50% Off

Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Reliquary Casket

Located in Dusseldorf, DE

A Gothic Revival reliquary. Circa late 19th / early 20th century. Made of solid oak with fine carving. Reliquaries have been used to store relics since the Middle Ages. In sacred architecture they are often located behind the main altar in the chancel. In addition to classical, often church-like caskets, anthropomorphic, so-called "speaking" reliquaries were also made, which already inform the viewer about their contents through their own design. Mostly they were made of precious metals and decorated with rich sculptural ornaments or precious stones. One of the most famous examples of reliquaries is the Epiphany shrine of Nicholas of Verdun from the late 12th or early 13th century in Cologne Cathedral. The reliquary offered here has an architectural structure with a rectangular ground plan. The three-sided glazed box with a dormer roof rests on a plinth. A total of 8 columns of Corinthian order form the arcades which are crowned on both long sides by 3 lancets each and enclose the lancet windows...

Category

Antique Late 19th Century German Gothic Revival Religious Items

Materials

Glass, Oak

Late 19th Century Gothic Revival Reliquary Casket

$3,511

Neo-Gothic 19th Century Octagonal Pedestal / Stand / Architectural Model

Located in Troy, NY

An unusual pedestal of octagonal Neo-Gothic form, the molded base supporting eight shaped and carved columns decorated with typical Gothic designs, topped by eight spikes surrounding...

Category

Antique Mid-19th Century English Gothic Revival Pedestals

Materials

Oak

Neo-Gothic 19th Century Octagonal Pedestal / Stand / Architectural Model

$5,850

19th Century French Gothic Sacrament Cabinet

Located in Dallas, TX

19th Century French Gothic Sacrament cabinet was artfully sculpted from solid oak and fruitwood to create a remarkable religious artifact designed to be appreciated throughout the ages! The trapezoidal form of the casework is in keeping with the Gothic style, which historians concur originated in the Cathedral of St. Denis during the middle of the 12th century. Boldly molded crown follows the complex contours and overlooks the case below which features a single door flanked by cornerposts that feature pilasters facing front as well as the sides, with recessed arched panels topped with recessed circular frames above filled with carved rosettes highlighted in gold. The arched recesses facing the front are also filled with carved floral and wheat motifs also highlighted in gold, representing the Bread of Life. The door panel, however, steals the show, with a gloriously carved relief work depicting both wheat and fully laden grapevines adding the significance of the Blood of Christ...

Category