Reliquary of a Bishop

17th Century

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Description

  • Bust of a sainted bishop hand-carved from wood with parcel gilt and painted surface.
  • Raised on a pedestal with plinth base.
  • Hollow reliquary, accessible by a door in the back, held original relics of the saint.

Provenance

Originally purchased at NP Trent Antiques, 1997.

Condition Report

Revive
Fair
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Like New

Crack and chip to headpiece.

Patina consistent with age.

Dimensions

Height: 27.5 inches / 69.85 cm
Width: 14.5 inches / 36.83 cm
Depth: 6 inches / 15.24 cm

Materials

Painted Wood, Gilt Wood

Period

Baroque

Decorative Style

Traditional Style

Country of Origin

Italy

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