Golden Friezes, Set of 2

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Pair of richly carved gilded friezes in lime wood with a central oval panel depicting Saint Michael brandishing a sword … Read more Pair of richly carved gilded friezes in lime wood with a central oval panel depicting Saint Michael brandishing a sword in his right hand and holding scales in his left. The frieze is completed by the effigy of an angel's face at the top and two angel profiles at the sides, joined by volutes. The lower section was connected to a wooden support for the display of the devotional plaque.

The Confraternity of Saint Michael was an association of Catholic believers dedicated to promoting the devotion and veneration of the Archangel Saint Michael. This confraternity organized prayer meetings, processions, cultural and charitable events to celebrate the figure of Saint Michael and spread his protection and intercession among the faithful. The confraternity may have been present in various parishes and churches whose patron saint is Saint Michael the Archangel.

The two confraternities are in good condition and originate from central and northern Italy.

Slight gilt wear. See less