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Wooden and gilded pastiglia reliquary box (mixed media)
6166398 Wooden and gilded pastiglia reliquary box (mixed media) by French School, (13th century); Diocesan Museum, Duomo Monreale, Sicily, Italy; (add.info.: It contained part of the mortal remains of St. Louis IX, and it was kept inside the marble sarcophagus dedicated to the King of France for centuries and located in the right nave of the Cathedral of Monreale. The box, originally perhaps a wedding box or a wedding gift, was probably made by French workers of the thirteenth century The work is decorated with female figures, plant elements and eagles, while the corners are marked by metal sections in gilded, embossed and chiseled copper, decorated with repeated geometric motifs.
Duomo di Monreale, Museo Diocesano: cofanetto reliquiario in legno e pastiglia dorata. Gia contenente parte delle spoglie mortali di San Luigi IX, fu per secoli custodito all interno del sarcofago in marmo dedicato al re di Francia e ubicato nella navata destra della Cattedrale di Monreale. Il cofanetto, in origine forse cofanetto nuziale o dono di nozze, fu verosimilmente realizzato da maestranze francesi del XIII secolo. L opera e decorata da figure muliebri, elementi vegetali e aquile, mentre gli angoli sono marcati da sezioni metalliche in rame dorato, sbalzato e cesellato, ornate da motivi geometrici ripetuti); Ghigo Roli
Media ID 25181492
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This print showcases a remarkable piece of art, the Wooden and gilded pastiglia reliquary box. Created by French artisans in the 13th century, this exquisite mixed media creation is now housed in the Diocesan Museum at Duomo Monreale in Sicily, Italy. Originally believed to be a wedding box or gift, this reliquary box held a significant relic - part of the mortal remains of St. Louis IX. For centuries, it resided within the marble sarcophagus dedicated to the King of France in Monreale Cathedral's right nave. The craftsmanship on display is truly awe-inspiring. The wooden surface is adorned with intricate female figures, delicate plant elements, and majestic eagles. Each corner features metal sections made from gilded copper that have been embossed and chiseled with repeated geometric motifs. The attention to detail and artistic skill evident in this work are testament to its creators' expertise. It serves as a testament not only to their talent but also to their dedication to preserving religious relics through beautiful craftsmanship. Ghigo Roli's expert photography captures every nuance and texture of this masterpiece, allowing viewers an up-close look at its magnificence. This print offers an opportunity for art enthusiasts worldwide to appreciate the historical significance and aesthetic beauty contained within this extraordinary reliquary box.
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