Reliquary Of The True Cross – Gilded Brass – Neo-gothic Style – 19th Century

Reliquary of the True Cross – Gilded brass – Neo-Gothic style – 19th century

Elegant gilded brass altar reliquary in the Neo-Gothic style, resting on a circular molded base and topped with a fleur-de-lis cross.

Description

The richly crafted upper section features an openwork design of foliage, fleurs-de-lis, and plant motifs. The central medallion is adorned with delicate engravings depicting vine leaves and bunches of grapes.
In the center, a circular glass-enclosed reliquary holds a fragment from the True Cross, set against a radiating background evoking the dove of the Holy Spirit.

It is accompanied by its handwritten titulus bearing the Latin inscription “De Ligno SS.mae Crucis,” referring to the wood of the Most Holy Cross.

Condition:

In good overall condition, with signs of use, wear on the gilding, and an aged patina.

A beautiful devotional and collector’s item, characteristic of Neo-Gothic religious metalwork.

In accordance with canon law (can. 1190 §1), this sale pertains solely to the reliquary as an object of sacred art. The relics it contains are not part of the transaction but are included as a courtesy due to their historical and cultural value.

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