Demarquet Frères - Chalice (5) - Vermeil, .950 silver - Neo-Gothic Chapel

Superb neo-Gothic chapel ornamented in vermeil, silver, black enamels and engraved glass – Demarquet Frères - France, Paris, second half of the 19th century. Important complete liturgical chapel of neo-Gothic style, in silver and vermeil with rich black enamel decoration, Parisian work of the house Demarquet Frères, accompanied by its original supplier Vallée in Caen case. The chalice features a circular base adorned with figurative medallions, including the Crucifixion, the Virgin, Saint Joseph, and Archangel Saint Michael, linked by an elegant scrollwork design on a black enamel background. The knop and cup repeat this Neo-Gothic ornamentation, punctuated by medallions of saints, notably Saint Louis and Saint Paul. Height: 19 cm – Gross weight, weighted base: 510 g. The paten, in vermeil and silver, is centered with the IHS monogram on a black enamel background, surrounded by vegetal motifs. Diameter: 15 cm – Weight: 121 g. The pair of cruets in finely engraved glass, decorated with floral motifs, is mounted in vermeil and enamelled silver, with pierced handles. It rests on its matched shaped tray. The decor includes the Latin inscriptions “ venit per aquam et sanguinem ” and “ vinum germinans virgines ”, referring to the water and wine of the Eucharistic liturgy. Crue t height: 15.5 cm – Tray width: 26 cm – Gross weight of the set: 733 g. A foot fixing has been modified. The various pieces bear the Minerva mark for French silver as well as the master’s mark of Demarquet Frères, Paris silversmiths. All kept in its large original compartmented box, lined with red velvet and marked Vallée, Caen. Very fine ensemble of French religious metalwork, particularly decorative by the contrast of vermeil, silver, black enamels and engraved glass. Very good overall condition, light signs of use; one foot fixation has been modified. The photos are an integral part of the description of the objects and complement their presentation. Please review them carefully before any commitment. The item will be carefully packed and shipped with a tracking number, to ensure fast and secure delivery. Happy bidding

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