Holy Water Font / antique 19th century / French Catholic Benitier / religious home decor / Christ on buying the cross / Paris / Lourdes souvenir

Large antique French Holy Water Font, or benitier. The figure of Christ on the cross in white metal is supported on a black wooden cross with carved edges buying and a fretwork design above the font.

The cross is held with decorative fixings at each point; above the figure of Christ is a ribbon stamped SOUVENIR DE N.D. (Notre Dame / Our Lady) DE LOURDES.

The font has been well-loved. The figure has some shiny patches where it has been rubbed, as well as some loss to the finish. The font is water-marked inside. The woodwork shows signs of age. All of this is totally authentic for an item over 100 years old. I have just given it a light clean.

On the back is a loop for hanging on the wall. This is stamped MR PARIS.

Size is approx. 12.5" (32cm) x 6 " (15.5cm) x 3" (7.5cm).

This item will be carefully packaged and shipped by economy post which includes tracking and delivery in 2-3 weeks. Faster shipping is available – please contact me for prices.

I ship worldwide and am happy to give a discount for multiple purchases. Combined shipping is generally better value – please contact me so I can work out the best price for you.

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