Reliquary in gilded silver in the form of... - Lot 52 - Giquello

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Reliquary in gilded silver in the form of... - Lot 52 - Giquello
Reliquary in gilded silver in the form of a book decorated on both sides with domed eglomerate glass representing the Carrying of the Cross and the Deploration of Christ. It opens on one side on a compartmentalized reserve with relics identified by inscriptions; four heads of cherubs and a Virgin and Child applied on the edges and clasp attachments in the form of a bearded man's head; twisted back nerves; suspension ring. Northern Italy, Lombardy, mid 16th century Height without the suspension ring: 5.2 cm - Width: 4.2 cm - Thickness: 2.6 cm (gaps in the paintings of the eglantine glasses, missing clasp fasteners) Work consulted: C. Hahn, The Thing of mine I have loved the best: Meaningful Jewels, Les Enluminures, London, 2018, p 250-270.
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