Antique 1920s French Art Deco Holy Water Font Benitier Cobalt Blue Glass Crucifix
Lot #53
Current Bid
$10
Est. $100–$200
Estimate
$100–$200
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Description
• Type: Holy Water Font / Bénitier de Chevet • Style: Art Deco / Streamline Moderne / Skyscraper Style • Era: Circa 1920s–1930s • Origin: France • Materials: Silver-finished cast metal, gold-toned relief plaques, cobalt blue basin insert • Subject: Crucifixion scene and Virgo Maria (Virgin Mary) profile medal • Mounting: Built-in loop on top reverse for hanging wall display Antique French Art Deco holy water font (bénitier) dating to the 1920s/1930s Machine Age. This stunning piece blends striking architectural sacred design with classic period materials. • Top Tier: Displays an inset round gold-toned medallion featuring a high-relief profile of the Virgin Mary, inscribed with the text "VIRGO MARIA". • Central Panel: Houses a rectangular gold-background plate depicting the Crucifixion of Jesus Christ, flanked by Saint John and the Virgin Mary at the base of the cross (labeled with the classic INRI banner). • The Basin: The base houses its exceptionally rare, original vibrant cobalt blue glass liner/reservoir cleanly integrated into the open architectural metal housing.
Bidding Details
- Starting Bid: $10
- Buyer's Premium: 18%
- Auction End Date: November 1, 2026
Condition
very-good
Bid Increment Schedule
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| $150 – $499.99 | $10 |
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| $100,000 – $499,999.99 | $2,000 |
| $500,000+ | $5,000 |
