19th-century Mother-of-pearl And Gilded Metal Holy Water Font With Ivy Design, Palais Royal, Paris
Antique wall-mounted holy water font from the second half of the 19th century.
The piece is made of mother-of-pearl mounted on a gilded metal frame decorated with ivy branches.
The composition takes the form of a Christian cross, consisting of five large oval mother-of-pearl plaques connected by a floral motif.
With its high-quality craftsmanship and materials, this piece is reminiscent of the luxury items sold in the famous boutiques of the Palais-Royal in Paris during the Second Empire.
The ivy motif, a symbol of fidelity and immortality in Christian tradition, emphasizes the spiritual nature of the work while lending it a distinctly naturalistic elegance.
Total height: 22 cm.
In excellent condition.
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Excellent condition
Material: Nacre
Reference (ID): 1789700
Availability: In stock
