Luzar Vestments - Antique French Baroque Chalice

Antique French Baroque Chalice

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Antique Baroque Chalice and Paten Ref 8679

19th century French Chalice and Paten in Baroque style made in solid silver gilt.
The Chalice and Paten were made in France by the silversmith Hippolyte Puche, who worked in Paris from 1847 onwards.
The Chalice has the French silver hallmark of the period, and the maker's mark.
The Calix has three oval roundels depicting the three sacred virtues of Faith, Hope & Charity. Between these are Eucharistic symbols of Grapes, Wheat and bulrushes.
The circular stem has a large central knop. This has three raised winged Cherub heads, with Baroque style decoration between.
The shaped trefoil base has three large scenes depicting Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane, The Way of the Cross and The Crucifixion. Between each scene are bunches of grapes and wheat.
The edge of the base has three further raised winged Cherub heads, between which is baroque style floral decoration.
Chalice comes with matching solid silver gilt well-design Paten, which fits the Chalice well. The centre of Paten has an engraved IHS with Crown of Thorns design.
Chalice Height 30cm. Base diameter 16cm. Diameter of top of cup 9.5cm. Diameter of Paten 16.5cm. Overall weight 768g.
Complete with brand new lined carrying case.
This Chalice is in excellent condition throughout. Please ask if you would like any further details or information about this Chalice and Paten.

Price Ł5,850.