Holy Water Stoop
19th century (made)
Holy Water vessel. "Benetier" in gilt metal. The backplate has a crucifix, the figure in bronze surrounded by scroll work of Louis XV style. Above the crucifix are three cherub heads. Below and around the foot of the cross is a snake.
Object details
| Object type | |
| Brief description | Holy water stoop. French or Italian, Ormolu. early 18th century. |
| Physical description | Holy Water vessel. "Benetier" in gilt metal. The backplate has a crucifix, the figure in bronze surrounded by scroll work of Louis XV style. Above the crucifix are three cherub heads. Below and around the foot of the cross is a snake. |
| Collection | |
| Accession number | 1201-1864 |
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| Record created | December 14, 2005 |
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