Ostensorium Collection

The Cross of the Treasure of Sain John, verso, detail, 1457-59
7268339 The Cross of the Treasure of Sain John, verso, detail, 1457-59 by Italian School, (15th century); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Florence)

The Cross of the Treasure of Sain John, verso, 1457-59
7268312 The Cross of the Treasure of Sain John, verso, 1457-59 by Italian School, (15th century); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Florence)

The Cross of the Treasure of Sain John, verso, detail, 1457-59
7268340 The Cross of the Treasure of Sain John, verso, detail, 1457-59 by Italian School, (15th century); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Florence)

The Cross of the Treasure of Sain John, recto, detail, 1457-59
7268311 The Cross of the Treasure of Sain John, recto, detail, 1457-59 by Italian School, (15th century); Museo dell Opera del Duomo, Florence, Tuscany, Italy; (add.info.: Florence)

Tree of Jesse, gold monstrance made in Augsburg, Germany, in 1610 (engraving)
7185081 Tree of Jesse, gold monstrance made in Augsburg, Germany, in 1610 (engraving) by French School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Tree of Jesse)

Monstrance, Spain, 1631. Creator: Unknown
Monstrance, Spain, 1631

Ostensorium with "Paten of St. Bernward", Lower Saxony (silver & silver gilt)
708839 Ostensorium with " Paten of St. Bernward", Lower Saxony (silver & silver gilt) by German School, (14th century); 34.5x15.9x14 cm; Cleveland Museum of Art, OH

Baroque monstrance (silver with inset jewels & gilding)
993782 Baroque monstrance (silver with inset jewels & gilding) by Czech school, (17th century); Church of St. Gall, Prague

Reliquary Monstrance with piece of cross, Augsburg, c. 1490 (gold & wood)
XPH309224 Reliquary Monstrance with piece of cross, Augsburg, c.1490 (gold & wood) by German School, (15th century); Fuggermuseum, Babenhausen

Circular Monstrance with Domed Roof from Braunschweig, Germany
2970541 Circular Monstrance with Domed Roof from Braunschweig, Germany, late 14th century (silver gilt & crystal) by German School, (14th century); height: 40.6 cm; The Art Institute of Chicago, IL

Detail of a baroque monstrance (silver with inset jewels & gilding)
993781 Detail of a baroque monstrance (silver with inset jewels & gilding) by Czech school, (17th century); Church of St. Gall, Prague

Baroque Monstrance (gilded metal)
993780 Baroque Monstrance (gilded metal) by Czech School; Church of St. Gall, Prague, Czech Republic; (add.info.: A baroque monstrance of the traditional solar type used to display the consecrated)

V Neubert Smichov Jan Preisler Manes XXI Vyst
V. Neubert Smichov, Jan Preisler, Manes, XXI. Vyst. Sp. Vytv. Um. Manes, paper, lithography, total: height: 125, 5 cm; width: 95, 5 cm, exhibition posters, candle, candleholder, candelabra, altar

Palma, Mallorca - Golden Monstrance in the Cathedral Sa Seu
Palma, Mallorca, Spain - The solid Golden Monstrance at the Cathedral Sa Seu (built in 1299). A monstrance, also known as ostensorium, is the vessel used in Roman Catholic

Rooster. Detail of ostensory. Gothic. 14th century. Silver and gold. Treasure. Cathedral of Barcelona. Catalonia. Spain. Detail

Ostensory. Gothic. 14th century. Silver and gold. Treasure. Cathedral of Barcelona. Catalonia. Spain

Ostensorium. Gothic. 14th C. Detail cross adorned with green
Ostensorium of gold and silver. Gothic. 14th C. Detail cross adorned with green gems. Treasure of Cathedral of Barcelona. Catalonia. Spain

Ostensory silver, 1867. From Lleida Cathedral. The capitular
Ostensory silver, 1867. Object made by the sons Francisco d Assis. From Lleida Cathedral. The Capitular Museum. Spain. Catalonia. Lleida

Fantastically decorated monstrance or ostensorium, 1490-1505.. Chromolithograph from Jakob Heinrich von Hefner-Altenecks Costumes, Artworks and Appliances from the Middle Ages to the 17th Century

Illustration of monstrance

English High Church official arrives in America. The Right Reverend Monsignor Newsome of England, who is Domestic Prelate to the Pope, arriving on thess America

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The ostensorium, a sacred object used in Catholic worship, holds great significance and beauty. One such example is "The Cross of the Treasure of Saint John, " created between 1457-59. On its verso, we see intricate details that showcase the craftsmanship involved in its creation. The recto also displays delicate details that captivate the viewer's attention. Another remarkable piece is the "Tree of Jesse, " a gold monstrance made in Augsburg, Germany, in 1610. This engraving depicts the genealogical tree leading to Jesus Christ, symbolizing his lineage from King David. A Spanish Monstrance from 1631 showcases an unknown creator's skillful workmanship. Its design exudes elegance and reverence for the Holy Eucharist or Saint Norbert in ecstasy depicted on canvas from 1740. An Ostensorium with the "Paten of St. Bernward" hails from Lower Saxony and features silver and silver gilt elements. Its ornate design reflects devotion to St. Bernward and his contributions to Christianity. Intricately adorned with inset jewels and gilding, a Baroque monstrance exemplifies opulence while serving as a vessel for displaying holy relics. A Reliquary Monstrance crafted around 1490 combines gold and wood materials to house a precious piece of the cross—a tangible connection to Christ's sacrifice. From Braunschweig, Germany comes a Circular Monstrance with Domed Roof—an architectural marvel that showcases religious artifacts within its exquisite structure. These various examples highlight both historical significance and artistic brilliance found within ostensoria throughout history—objects designed not only for practical use but also as vessels for spiritual contemplation and adoration.