17 - An important neoclassical-style vermeil ciborium, with a circular base resting on a fluted foot decorated with alternating Eucharistic symbols and the theological virtues, a motif repeated on the baluster shaft and the lid, the false cup alternates between pairs of cherubs and oval medallions depicting the Holy Family, Christ on the cross, and the Virgin Mary.

An important neoclassical-style vermeil ciborium, with a circular base resting on a fluted foot decorated with alternating Eucharistic symbols and the theological virtues, a motif repeated on the baluster shaft and the lid, the false cup alternates between pairs of cherubs and oval medallions depicting the Holy Family, Christ on the cross, and the Virgin Mary. Vieillard hallmark, 1st title (1819–1838). Hallmark of the Parisian master goldsmith Jacques-Alexandre BASNIER (hallmark engraved on September 17, 1827). Height: 33 cm. Weight: 688 grams. Probable historical restorations to the base. Slight signs of wear.