Antique French gilt bronze Bénitier Religious 18th-century cherub holy water stoup Gilded fleur-de-lis & cherub motif Unique French heritage religious artifact Repoussé bronze cross holy water stoup
Antique French gilt bronze Bénitier
Religious 18th-century cherub holy water stoup
Gilded fleur-de-lis & cherub motif
Unique French heritage religious artifact
Repoussé bronze cross holy water stoup

18th-century French gilt bronze Bénitier w/ cross, cherubs & fleur-de-lis 10¼"

SKU: 17220

US$1,703

Dating from the eighteenth century, a stunning and weighty gilt bronze "Bénitier" or stoup for holy water likely once at the entrance of a Roman Catholic church in France. The repoussé backplate features a cross with the religious symbol of a snake at its base. Cherubs decorate the top of the cross, and a flourishing fleur-de-lis crowns the top of the piece.

The basin is in the form of a shallow shell. This beautiful Bénitier would make a reverent statement adding a touch of religious history and French artisan craft to any space in your home. Note close-up photos for some places of missing gilding.

Condition and wear consistent with age and use.
Approx. overall 10¼" high x 6¼" wide x 2¾" deep
Approx. overall 26cm high x 16cm wide x 7cm deep

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