Lot of Sacred Art and Objects (5) - Paper

Lot of Sacred Art and Objects of Devotion and Relics Magnificent and rare set of five sacred-art and Christian devotion objects from the 19th century and the early 20th century. This eclectic lot stands out for the high quality of its iconographic pieces, highly sought after by collectors 1. Engraving of the Holy Face (Archconfraternity of Tours): Official engraving on strong paper representing the Holy Veil of Veronica (Vera Effigies Sacri Vultus Domini Nostri Jesu Christi). It bears the purple stamp of the Collegiate Church of the Holy Cross in Tours, an ecclesiastical official red wax seal in the bottom right, and the exemption from tax inscription GRATIS. 2. Important Procession Insignia of the Sacred Heart (Montmartre): Cut-and-ornamented gilt brass with rhinestone glass (cabochons), centered by a chromolithograph of Christ showing His heart. Inscriptions: Cor Jesu Sacratissimum Miserere Nobis - Montmartre. 3. Double Cloth Scapular (Our Lady of Mount Carmel): Marian devotion scapular connected by its original white fabric ribbons, bearing two printed scenes representing the Virgin and Child. Inscriptions: Par vous ô Marie j'aspirerai le ciel and N.D. du Mt Carmel priez pour nous. 4. Oval Glass-Encased Medal (Christ Suffering): Raised-relief representation (biscuit or white stucco) of the head of Christ crowned with thorns viewed in profile, preserved in its brass frame with original domed glass and hanging ring. 5. Small Bronze Devotional Plaque: Rectangular bronze or brass repoussé plaque depicting a Saint in profile (bishop or evangelist holding the Scriptures) in a Romanesque art motif. The photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation. Please examine them carefully before any commitment. The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number, to ensure rapid and secure delivery.

Estimate:$421.39

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