Reliquary In Solid Silver With The Virgin Mary Painted On Glass, 17th Century

Exquisite 17th century solid silver reliquary, featuring a delicate and meticulous image of the Virgin Mary hand-painted on glass. This technique, known as 'reverse glass painting', was highly valued at the time for its luminosity and detail, reflecting the mastery of Baroque religious workshops.Period: 17th centuryMaterial: Solid silverImage: Virgin Mary painted on glassTechnique: Glass painting (reverse)Conservation: Very good condition; slight wear consistent with its ageDimensions: 6 x 4 x 1 cmDetails: Very fine Baroque silverwork, with a molded edge typical of devotional reliquaries for personal or conventual use.A piece of great artistic and religious interest, ideal for collectors of sacred art, museums or private devotion.