Bust - Reliquary Of Catherine Of Alexandria, Carved Wood, Germany, Early 8th Century

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Object description :

"Bust - Reliquary Of Catherine Of Alexandria, Carved Wood, Germany, Early 8th Century "

Impressive bust-reliquary of the Saint and Martyr Cathrine of Alexandria in fruit wood, carved on all sides. Representation of the saint with her attributes of martyrdom: wheel, crown and palm branch (added?). Oval capsule-reliquary (3 x 2.5 cm) housing a tiny relic attributed (ticket): "S.Cathar.VM", embedded in the middle of the chest. Finely executed work of devotion, probably South Germany from the beginning of the 18th century. As is (small losses at the top of the crown), later base.

Price: 2 900 €

Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: En l'etat

Material: Solid wood
Width: 44,5 cm
Height: 50,5 cm
Depth: 24,5 cm( 19,5 cm socle )

Reference: 1583451
Availability: In stock