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This is a bronze tabernacle crafted and stamped by Cheret Ateliers d'Art Liturgique, a workshop known for its high-quality ecclesiastical …
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This is a bronze tabernacle crafted and stamped by Cheret Ateliers d'Art Liturgique, a workshop known for its high-quality ecclesiastical and liturgical artistry. The tabernacle has a cylindrical shape with a conical top, crowned by a spherical finial, giving it a distinctive and elegant presence.
The tabernacle is made of solid bronze and has a rich, aged patina that enhances its sacred and antique appearance. The front is adorned with a Chi Rho symbol, an early Christian Christogram combining the first two Greek letters of "Christ' (XP). It is also accompanied by a crescent-like design, possibly symbolizing resurrection or the Eucharist.
The tabernacle has a single door, secured with a small cross-shaped key, signifying its sacred purpose for storing the Eucharist. The rounded base and smooth cylindrical body reflect traditional craftsmanship, while the conical top lends a unique architectural aesthetic.
The piece is both functional and symbolic, serving as a secure and reverent housing for the consecrated hosts in a church or chapel. It's solid construction and timeless design reflect the expertise of Cheret Ateliers d'Art
Liturgique, making it a valuable liturgical artifact.
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- Dimensions
- 13ʺW × 13ʺD × 20ʺH
- Styles
- Traditional
- Period
- 1930s
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Wear consistent with age and use Wear consistent with age and use less
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