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This item is an early 18th-century rolled paper, devotional reliquary box, featuring a central etching of the Virgin and Child. …
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This item is an early 18th-century rolled paper, devotional reliquary box, featuring a central etching of the Virgin and Child. It is adorned with intricate paper quilling (paperolles) in floral and foliage pattern set on a red paper background with gold leaf details. Similar 17th and 18th-century antique religious items were designed to hold sacred relics or decorative embellishments within a gilded frame.
A rare and decorative piece that bridges religious art, folk craftsmanship, and Grand Tour aesthetics.
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- Dimensions
- 8.5ʺW × 2ʺD × 10.75ʺH
- Frame Type
- Framed
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Early 18th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Engraving
- Giltwood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition consistent with early 18th century age: • Wear and patina to gilt surface • Minor frame cracking … moreGood antique condition consistent with early 18th century age: • Wear and patina to gilt surface • Minor frame cracking at corners • Age toning and wear to interior materials • Backing paper aged with expected deterioration • Structurally stable and display ready less
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