Finely moulded oval cast plaster reilgious scene, set behind glass, circa 1860s. This intricately cast and carved plaster panel in high relief is an excellent example of the craftsmanship involved in this medium. The rich, deep folds of the figures’ drapery and the skillful illusion of depth created in the scene clearly illustrate the artist’s [Continue]
Antique 19th century French enamel on copper portrait plaque. Depicting Christ as a child laying with the instruments of the Passion, cross, crown of thorns and nails. Exhibiting superb detail and vibrant bold colors, hand painted with gold halo and accents. The plaque is signed by the enamelist A. Peron or perhaps A. Pernan and [Continue]
Antique Italian Vatican Studios Micromosaic Plaque of Benedictine Christ in the Byzantine style. Mirroring the mosaics in Ravenna Italy. Very vibrant details and colors. Dating From the 19th century rare piece from the best of the best acclaimed Vatican studio del Mosaico, known as Rev Fabbrica di San Pietro in Vaticano. Amazing condition no missing [Continue]
This listing is for a Firenze Porcelain convex oval plaque , 7 inches by 5 and 3/8 inches. Theme is of a monk and child , monk has a halo and the details are beautiful. This may have been mounted in a piece of furniture or a frame. Marked on the back. Was found as [Continue]
Porcelain Hand painted Religious convex plaque oval 2.75″ x 2.25″ Marked. Measurements: 2.75″ x 3.25″. Unique intricately etched & carved brass Frame with doors overall dimensions: 6.5″ x 4″. Condition: Very good, please refer to all my photos as part of the over all condition. Thank you for stopping by my store! The item “Porcelain [Continue]
A quality antique French Limoges kiln-fired enamel on a copper plaque. Beautifully rendered with exquisite detailing, here depicted in grey tones (grisaille) atop a dark dark red/brown background. Embellished with gold gilt painted accents and halos. This charming miniature portrait is an enameled work inspired after the religious painting titled Madonna of the Book, or [Continue]
Antique 19th century French enamel on copper portrait plaque. Depicting Christ as a child laying with the instruments of the Passion, cross, crown of thorns and nails. Exhibiting superb detail and vibrant bold colors, hand painted with gold halo and accents. The plaque is signed by the enamelist A. Peron or perhaps A. Pernan and [Continue]
Antique Italian Vatican Studios Micromosaic Plaque of the Madonna and Child. 19th century rare piece. Amazing condition no missing pieces to the mosaic and a very small chip to the slate on lower left corner, does not detract at all. The art of micromosaics is painstaking and difficult, this type of mosaic is no longer [Continue]
Sunderland Pink Lustre Antique Wall Plaque Religious Wesley Minister. “Antique Sunderland Pink Lustre Ware Pottery Wall Plaque”. Item : This is a rare antique pink lustre Commemorative religious plaque with a portrait of Adam Clarke an Irish Wesleyan Minister. There is a transfer printed portrait of Adam Clarke and “He that believeth shall be saved” [Continue]
Measures 11 inches x 9 inches (28x23cm) Probably carved in Belgium or southern Netherlands due to the style but coming from an Irish Convent. This is a masterly carved Meerschaum plaque which has had a later chalk frame and a globed glass front added later. From the 1st half to mid 1800s the detail in [Continue]