"Silver Christ, France, 1714, Louis XIV Period"
Very rare Christ in solid silver with Lille hallmarks, 1714, end of the reign of Louis XIV (1/9/1715) In solid silver by the Lille goldsmith Robert de Noyelles (1645-1724) according to the bronze model of Pietro Tacca (Italy 17th century) The back is just as carefully executed. Solid silver "Corpus Christi" are very rare under Louis XIV and it is even rarer to find ones that are hallmarked and therefore datable and attributable to a very specific goldsmith. Weight: 225 grams Dimensions: 23 centimeters Artist: Robert De Noyelles Period: 18th century Louis XIV - Regency Excellent condition Material: Solid silver 
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