Reliquary In 19th-century Paperolles With Named Provenance - Dated 1842

Nineteenth-century paperback book with named provenance - dated1842

Superb devotional reliquary dating from the first half of thecentury, presented in an elegant square glass frame preserved in its original mount.original mounting.

The set is distinguished by a refined decoration of paperolles,typical of 19th-century convent production, embellished with floral motifsfloral motifs and symbolic elements. TheThe central medallion, of a Christian nature, is harmoniously set off by a rich, balanced composition.a rich, balanced composition.

The real interest of this piece lies in its documentdocument preserved on the back, providing a rare traceability:
- Mentionof transmission to Madame Lamarre
- Explicit indication"remis par ses héritiers"
- Dateclearly legible: February 1842
- Identificationprevious owner: Demoiselle Rose Restoux, widow
- Reference to a parish and addressto a parish and address