Magnificent Antique French Spelter Benitier, Virgin Mary & Jesus In Altar, 19thC

  
Magnificent Antique French Spelter Benitier, Virgin Mary & Jesus In Altar, 19th C - B1778. Please scroll down for lots of photo's, description & dimensions. This is a magnificent antique French benitier dating from the Napoleon III era C 1860. It is made in spelter mounted on wood covered in the most gorgeous red silk velvet. It is very three dimensional and architectural and would make a stunning statement piece. Mary and the Baby Jesus on a plinth form the focal point of a fabulous altar. The altar has a central spire and an inner domed canopy with a winged cherub to either side. The altar is made in incredible detail with a myriad of architectural Gothic features.

Beneath Mary and Jesus is the holy water stoop which has a hinged lid. The dramatic grey of the spelter looks superb against the red silk. The benitier has a loop for hanging on a wall. It is in good antique condition.

It measures :- 45.5 cm (17.9 inches) high x 20.75 cm (8.2 inches) wide x 8 cm (3.2 inches) deep. This is a fabulous religious statement piece and. Another divine antique French brocante find from La Belle Étoffe!

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Very carefully packaged to reach you safely. We send our items direct from France. As all of the items we sell are unique, antique and vintage any item you return must be well packed and received in exactly the same condition as sent. Get images that make Supersized seem small. Showcase your items with Auctiva's. This item is in the category "Antiques\Other Antiques". The seller is "la-belle-etoffe-encore" and is located in this country: FR. This item can be shipped worldwide.

1. Virgin Mary & Jesus: In Altar
2. Religious: Benitier
3. Age: 1850-1899
4. Antique: Yes
5. Country/Region: France
6. Original/Repro: Original
7. Type: Wall Plaque