French silver holy water font, 19th century - Lot 174

French silver holy water font, 19th century A 19th-century French wall-mounted holy water font made of repoussé and chased silver, featuring Christ on the cross in the center against a radiant background, surmounted by two angel heads. The entire piece is framed by a rich rocaille design composed of volutes, foliage, and shells, extending downward into a shell-shaped basin designed to hold holy water. The mount bears visible French hallmarks and rests on an antique base lined with red velvet, fitted with a hanging ring. Details: France; 19th century; hallmarked silver; repoussé and chased decoration; Christ on the cross, angel heads, volutes, foliage, and shells; red velvet-lined stand; suspension ring; height 26 cm; width 16.5 cm; total weight 231 g; patina, wear, and slight distortions consistent with its age.