Wall-mounted Holy Water Font In Gilded Copper, Rocaille Decoration, Limoges Plaque (virgin Mary), 18th Century
Wall-mounted holy water font, made of mercury-gilt copper with repoussé and openwork decoration of scrolls, foliate tendrils, and a basket of fruit. In the center, an enameled Limoges plaque depicting the Virgin Mary in profile, known as the Virgin of Sorrows, surrounded by golden rays against a black background studded with stars. Holy water cup in the shape of a shell adorned with a winged mask. The entire font is mounted on a wooden plaque covered in brown velvet within a frame of the same period, France, 18th century. In used condition.
950 €
Period: 18th century
Style: Louis 14th, Regency
Condition: Condition of use
Material: Copper
Width: 17 cm (23 cadre)
Height: 20,5 cm (29 cm cadre )
Reference (ID): 1679224
Availability: In stock
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