Antique 19Th Century Gilt-Brass Monstrance / Osensorium
Stock No
SKU00000930
2015
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Item Description
An antique 19th century gilt-brass monstrance / osensorium, of sunburst form with central glazed lunette and upon a knopped support terminating in a lobed spreading base engraved with panels of leaves and foliage and raised on bun feet. The opening door of the reverse of lunete is lacking glass.
A monstrance is a sacred, ornamental container used in churches to display the consecrated Eucharistic host for veneration and blessing. The host is placed in the central window.
Item Info
Seller
Seller Location
Wiltshire, Wiltshire
Item Dimensions
H: 55cm W: 30cm D: 11cm
Period
19th Century
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Location
Wiltshire, Wiltshire
Item Location
United Kingdom
Seller Contact No
+44 (0)1249 447478
+44 (0)7867 305451
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