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566 - (2 pc) Vintage Solid Brass Sanctuary Altar Bells c. 1920s-1950s, European AArtist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown Marking(s); notes: One inscribed “LEO,” “AQVILA,” “AGNVS,” and “PELICANVS”; one inscribed “MATHEVS,” “MARCVS,” “LVCAS,” and “JOHANNES”; Christian ecclesiastical iconography Materials: brass Cataloger Note: Two brass ecclesiastical decorative objects with relief Christian symbolism and Latin inscriptions. (1) Eucharistic-themed example with dark patina, incorporating symbolic animals and a triple-bud plant representing the Holy Trinity; visible decoration includes a pelican piercing its breast, traditionally associated with Christ’s sacrifice and the Eucharist. (2) Four Evangelists example with brighter brass finish and areas of verdigris, inscribed with the names Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John; the visible Johannes panel depicts an eagle, the traditional attribute of Saint John the Evangelist. Darker: H. 4" x W. 3" / light brass: H. 4" x 2.75" diameter.
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(2 pc) Vintage Solid Brass Sanctuary Altar Bells c. 1920s-1950s, European AArtist/Designer/Manufacturer: Unknown Marking(s); notes: One inscribed “LEO,” “AQVILA,” “AGNVS,” and “PELICANVS”; one inscribed “MATHEVS,” “MARCVS,” “LVCAS,” and “JOHANNES”; Christian ecclesiastical iconography Materials: brass Cataloger Note: Two brass ecclesiastical decorative objects with relief Christian symbolism and Latin inscriptions. (1) Eucharistic-themed example with dark patina, incorporating symbolic animals and a triple-bud plant representing the Holy Trinity; visible decoration includes a pelican piercing its breast, traditionally associated with Christ’s sacrifice and the Eucharist. (2) Four Evangelists example with brighter brass finish and areas of verdigris, inscribed with the names Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John; the visible Johannes panel depicts an eagle, the traditional attribute of Saint John the Evangelist. Darker: H. 4" x W. 3" / light brass: H. 4" x 2.75" diameter. Condition: Good condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
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