Luzar Vestments: Antique French Gothic Chalice

Luzar Vestments - Antique Chalice - Gothic style
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Antique French Gothic Chalice Ref 9018

Antique French Gothic Chalice and Paten in solid silver gilt.
Chalice & Paten made in France by the French Silversmith Placide Poussielgue-Rusand (1824-1889).
One of the greatest Silversmiths of 19th century France, Poussielgue-Rusand undertook work for the great Cathedrals and Shrines of France, along with the Grand Exhibitions of the period and working with the best architects including Violet le Duc.
Both pieces are made in solid silver, gilded throughout.
Both are hallmarked with the French silver hallmark of the period and both have the maker's mark.
The calix to the cup is made in fine filigree work with four shield shaped blue and gold enamels depicting The Loaves and Fishes, Agnus Dei, Pious Pelican and Holy Spirit. Between these are small clear stones.
The circular stem has bands and beading round. The central circular knop is set with fine filigree work, small turquoise stones interspersed with larger clear stones.
The lower part of the stem has six panels. Three are finished with fine filigree work, one of which is set with a beautiful cross in small stones.
The other three panels are set with fine enamels in blue and gold tones depicting Faith, Hope amd Charity.
The top part of the base is hexafoil in shape, each petal set with a blue and gold circular enamel. Thes depict Christ the Good Shepherd, St Joseph, St Peter, Our Lady and Child and two further Saints.
The lower part of the base is finished in a circular shape, set with fine filigree and clear circular stones.
The matching dish shaped Paten is also made in solid silver gilt and fits the Chalice well. It has a large, colourful enamel to the centre of the Shroud with Christ's Face, and the Holy Spirit above.
Chalice height 24.5cm. Base diameter 14.5cm. Diameter of top of cup 10cm. Diameter of Paten 15.5cm. Overall weight of Chalice & Paten 930g.
Complete with original lined, fitted case for carrying and storage.
Please ask if you would like any further details or information about this piece.
Price £10,750.

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