Baroque Reliquary – Relic Of Saint Hubert, Bishop – 18th Century.

Baroque reliquary in gilded bronze – Relic of Saint Hubert, bishop - probably 18th century - Belgium

This oval-shaped baroque reliquary has a chased gilded brass mount, richly decorated with pontifical symbols: papal tiara, keys of Saint Peter, censers, draperies and cherubs. The whole is surmounted by a suspension ring.

Description

The front face, protected by glass, contains an authentic relic of Saint Hubert, bishop of Liège, famous patron saint of hunters.
The fragment is mounted on a red fabric background, decorated with gilded filigree, miniature white pearls and a surround of red rhinestones evoking rubies.
The name of the saint is inscribed on a handwritten paper band: “S. Huberti epi.” (meaning Sancti Huberti episcopi – Saint Hubert The central relic a bone fragment (first class relic ex ossibus – from the body of the saint).
It is attached by two gilded wires and surrounded by a radiant filigree decoration, in a style very typical of 18th century mounts.

Dimensions: approximately 9–10 cm in height

Condition:

Excellent overall condition for its age Glass intact, gilding slightly faded in places
No apparent signs of opening or subsequent handling
Authentication numbering on the reverse: “139”

In accordance with canon law (can. 1190 §1), this sale concerns only the reliquary as an object of sacred art. The relics it contains are not the object of the transaction, but are included free of charge for their historical and cultural value.

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