Neo-gothic Altar Base In Carved Oak, Dated 1897 And Signed—zéphirin Jacob Odere—france

An elegant and rare neo-Gothic altar base made of carved oak, dated 1897 and signed “Zéph. Jacob – Odern”

Its architecturally designed tiered composition, adorned with an openwork gallery, was intended to hold a statue, a reliquary, or another liturgical object, but, It would also make an elegant display stand for a statue, bust, or curiosity object

Its clover motifs, with their graphic design, the works of Mathieu Matégot or even the iconic Alhambra motif byVan Cleef & Arpels, establishing a subtle dialogue between 19th-century Sacred Art and 20th-century design

Finally, the engraved signature “Zéph. Jacob – Odern – 1897” is a significant asset, allowing this piece to be attributed to the workshop of Zéphirin Jacob, a cabinetmaker and sculptor active in Oderen (Alsace) in the late 19th century

Condition and missing parts consistent with its age