Religious antiques occupy a relevant place in the collecting of period pieces. In addition to their historical interest, and of course, their spiritual significance, these objects often have fantastic designs that make them highly prized pieces. On the other hand, religious antiques are often made of noble and valuable materials, such as solid ...
Religious antiques occupy a relevant place in the collecting of period pieces. In addition to their historical interest, and of course, their spiritual significance, these objects often have fantastic designs that make them highly prized pieces. On the other hand, religious antiques are often made of noble and valuable materials, such as solid silver, gold and even precious stones. The attractiveness of these materials and the magnificent workmanship of the objects make these antiques not only collector's items, but also highly aesthetic and decorative items that any lover of art and craftsmanship will appreciate.
Among religious antiquities, most of the pieces we are dealing with correspond to the Catholic religion. This branch of Christianity stands out for an intense use of ritual and ornamentation; for this reason, for centuries Catholicism has generated countless works of the first order created by the best artists and craftsmen. From the impressive silver chalices used in ecclesiastical ritual, to works created by painters of the stature of Titian or Velazquez, the profusion of valuable religious antiquities that exist today is truly unfathomable.
There is also an important field of religious antiquities from non-Christian cults. We can find beautiful statues dedicated to Siddhartha Gautama (Buddha), which stand out for their spirituality and attention to detail; centuries-old figures related to the Hindu religion, such as images of the god Ganesha (elephant-headed deity related to wisdom); jade or bronze medals with Shinto reliefs, from Japan... All kinds of delicate items endowed with a deep spiritual meaning.
Types of religious antiques
In the vast field of religious antiques (especially as far as the Catholic religion is concerned), we find different pieces with very different functions. From purely ornamental items intended to decorate churches, houses, chapels, sacristies or other spaces, to objects of functional use that are part of ecclesiastical rituals or serve to guard or certain pieces, there is a great variety of typologies. The most notable would be:
Religious antiques make up a field as broad as it is interesting, perfect for lovers of period pieces that combine beauty, sentiment and antiquity. These types of items give rise to wonderful collections, as varied as they are unique.
Great crucifix with polychrome figure of Christ on a carved wooden cross. Excellent condition. Very beautiful and rare. Great crucifix with polychrome figure...
Fine Spanish chalice from the mid-20th century, probably made of alpaca. With paten. Marked. Fine Spanish chalice from the...
Great oil painting depicting St. James the Apostle from the studio of Frans Francken. Antique and gorgeous. Great oil painting depicting St....
Amazing oil painting depicting Virgin Mary with Her Son in Her arms. Original work of art of extreme beauty. Amazing oil painting depicting Virgin...
Beautiful antique oil on copper from the Italian School. Family scene of great charm and spirituality. Beautiful antique oil on copper from...
Outstanding oil painting depicting Virgin Mary with Her Son in Her Arms. Very antique. Outstanding oil painting depicting...
Great baroque Ecce Homo painted in oil on board, deeply expressive. Original from the Italian School. Great baroque Ecce Homo painted in...
Gorgeous and very antique miniature of the Sacred Family, painted in oil on copper. Collectors piece. Gorgeous and very antique miniature...
Antique oil painting depicting Saint Mary Magdalene. 17th-Century Flemish School Antique oil painting depicting Saint...
Wonderful oil on glass painting with the image of Saint Jude Thaddeus. From the Italian School. Very antique. Wonderful oil on glass painting with...
Amazing antique oil on board from the Italian School. Depicting Virgin Mary Mother of Sorrows. Amazing antique oil on board from the...
Exceptional carved bull-bone triptych in excellent condition. Around one hundred years old. Very beautiful. Exceptional carved bull-bone triptych...
Striking Spanish embossed-silver triptych on a wooden base. In excellent condition. Nearly one century old. Striking Spanish embossed-silver...
Spectacular silver image of the Virgin of the Neglected, Patron Saint of Valencia. Made by Piró Goldsmiths and with hallmarks. Spectacular silver image of the...
Amazing collection of stereoscopic photos with the history of Jesus of Nazareth. Storing case and viewer. Fully original from the time. Amazing collection of stereoscopic...
19th century silver chalice in perfect condition with gilded cup....
Rare silver naveta from Valladolid, Spain, circa 1775. Rich vegetal...
Antique French gilt bronze clock with Cupid, circa 1850. Paris 7-day...
Exceptional 1915 HMV Monarch 13C gramophone-phonograph with mahogany...
Automatic "Victoria" cigarette rolling machine, made in Spain around...
Antique French gilded bronze clock ca. 1850. Diana the Huntress seated...
Elegante reloj de sobremesa de bronce dorado al mercurio, circa 1840, en...
Elegant gilt bronze portico clock, France, 19th century. Working condition.
Beautiful minute repeater pocket...