Rare stoup shell with patina and traces of holy water, 18th century

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Rare stoup shell with patina and traces of holy water, 18th century

Name: Rare stoup shell with patina and traces of holy water, 18th century
Brand: Antikeo
SKU: 6QB16C7NKX
Price: 300 EUR
Availability: InStock

By Gallery L'ANTIQUAIRE DU VALLON

300 €

Period 18th century

Style Louis XV style

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From: 12240, RIEUPEYROUX, France

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Well-formed and ribbed, this beautiful stoup shell is steeped in history and that of believers, for it was once used as a holy-water stoup in a church in the 18th century. The wooden support has not altered it, and the patina of time is clearly visible on the top, with traces and wear of holy water inside. Its density is greater than that of its modern-day counterparts (due to ocean pollution), fished at the time in the distant seas, it was used for the salvation of souls. It is unquestionably a divine piece of faith that has seen thousands and thousands of hands touch it, laden with its miraculous water for the salvation of souls.

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Additional Information

Condition	Very good
Style	Louis XV style (Tobacco, Opium of Louis XV style Style)
Period	18th century (Tobacco, Opium 18th century)
Country of origin	France
Artist	Dieu
Width (cm)	31cm
Height (cm)	11cm
Depth (cm)	20cm
Internal reference	objets de curiosité