Ex voto (3) - Signed by F

Superb set of three sacred art objects from the period, perfectly illustrating the high quality of religious tablet carving at the end of the 19th century / beginning of the 20th century. Each piece in sculpted metal is presented on its original marble or true onyx stand of high quality, consisting of - Communion Plaque – Félix RASUMNY (1869-1940) • The Christ presenting the Holy Sacrament (chalice and radiating host) to a young communicant. Pure Art Deco style, with remarkable work on the drapery and circular halos. Oval bronze-silvered medallion mounted on a green onyx marble plaque with superb translucent nuances. Signed Rasumny: Félix Rasumny was a renowned sculptor and medalist (referenced, known for his Art Nouveau and Art Deco works) size: 12.3x10x1.5 cm - Medallion “Ecce Homo” – Jean DESVERGNES • Expressive portrait of Christ in three-quarter view, crowned with thorns. Titled “ECCE HOMO” in stylized letters. Circular bas-relief with original argent patina bronze, fixed on a square green onyx marble stand. size: 8.9x6.5x2 cm - Jubilée Commemorative Plaque – Pope Pius XI (1933) • Issued on the occasion of the Extraordinary Holy Year of 1933 (1900th anniversary of the Redemption). The center shows the profile of Pius XI surmounted by papal arms (tiara and keys). It is surrounded by relief-carved cartouches detailing the four major basilicas of Rome (St. Peter, St. John Lateran, St. Paul, Santa Maria Maggiore). Inscription: Anno Jubilaei Roma MCMXXXIII. Plaque in repoussé silvered metal mounted on a white veined marble base. Size: 11x15x1.5 cm Note a missing piece at the top right As with all my items put up for auction on this site, this wonderful piece has undergone no cleaning (just dusting) and no modification since purchase Happy bidding to all Please look carefully at the photos that are part of the description. Any damage not mentioned in the text but visible in the photos is considered described. No shipping outside the EU; if you are outside the European Union you can bid on one of my lots, but no claims will be possible in case of problems during transport. Due to the new import/export regulations to the USA there will be no shipment to that country Professional careful shipping, trackable with signature and insurance

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