Awesome Antique Gilt Silver Chalice. France, 1820

Awesome antique gold-plated silver chalice made in France in 1820 and in excellent condition. This is a beautiful piece which stands out for its fine figurative decoration made by hand. The chalice mounts a wide circular base with many embossed and engraved motifs. We can see three oval medallions containing full-length figures depicting Jesus Christ with the cross, Saint Joseph and Virgin Mary with the Child. At the stem, the main node is decorated with cherubs heads and floral motifs. The sub-cup shows three small circular medallions with three-quarter female figures. The figures depict the three Theological Virtues: Faith, Hope and Charity. The medallions are separated by classic Christian liturgical symbols: bunches of grapes, wheat stalks and reeds. All the chalices parts bear hallmarks that identify Paris-made silver pieces and the silversmiths mark. Every lover of religious art and ancient silver pieces will appreciate the beauty of this awesome antique gold-plated silver chalice, an item with an astonishing design. Dimensions: Bases Width: 6.1 in / 15.5 cm. Height: 12.01 in / 30.5 cm. Cups Width: 3.54 in / 9 cm. Weight: 601 g.