Daily Archives: October 31, 2018

Italian Religious Embroidered Chi Rho Christogram C18th Metallic Embroidery RARE

Posted on 31 October, 2018 in italian

A Rare Antique Italian Religious Chi-Rho Christogram. Circular panel embroidered in Metallic threads. Dating from 18th century. Expected antique condition commensurate with over two hundred years of age. Loose metal threads which require tacking back in place , come color run to red area. Antique patina to metallic threads. Overall good for great age and [Continue]

Religious Antique Jerusalem Mother of Pearl Icon The Last Supper Shadow Box

Posted on 31 October, 2018 in religious

This is a lovely example of a Carved Mother Of Pearl Bethlehem The Last Supper Shadow Box icon. A hand carved mother of pearl “icon” from the early to mid Twentieth Century, skillfully carved and assembled by Christians in the Old Holy Land. This shell work was done by Eastern Orthodox Christians in Jerusalem and [Continue]