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Pair of 19th C. Italian Reliquaries

$2,440per set
£1,852.41per set
€2,118.76per set
CA$3,409.03per set
A$3,791.59per set
CHF 1,979.85per set
MX$46,139.61per set
NOK 25,285.71per set
SEK 23,713.54per set
DKK 15,813.10per set
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About the Item

19th century pair of ornate gilded relicquaries made of brass with a gilt finish. The feature highly decorative Baroque or Rococo-style detailing, including intricate scrollwork, floral motifs, and cherub faces at the base. Each piece has an oval glass compartment at its center, which traditionally would hold a relic or sacred image. At the top of each relicquary is a small cross, reinforcing their religious significance. The symmetrical design, with elaborate flourishes and acanthus leaves extending outward, enhances their grand and ceremonial appearance. The sturdy pedestal bases are adorned with rich detailing and provide a solid foundation, making these suitable for display on an altar or sacred space. These pieces likely originate from a church or religious setting, where they would have been used for veneration, possibly housing relics of saints or other holy objects. The would be considered great examples of historical ecclesiastical art.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 27 in (68.58 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 6 in (15.24 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Baroque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU842743959352

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