Vintage Handcrafted Irish Cold Cast Bronze Madonna and Child Holy Water Font

Authentic Vintage Handcrafted Irish Cold Cast Bronze Madonna and Child Holy Water Font

Price: 30 Euro Offers

A fine example of traditional Irish devotional craftsmanship, this wall mounted Holy Water Font combines classic relief sculpting with rich, symbolic Celtic artistry. Retaining its original Hand Made in Ireland.

Guaranteed craft seal on the reverse, this piece has a solid, substantial feel thanks to its cold cast bronze and stone composite construction.

Symbolism and Intricate Artistic Details:

- The Celtic Triquetra (Trinity Knot):

Featured prominently at the centre of the scalloped water basin, this ancient forever knot consists of three interwoven loops with no beginning and no end. In Irish Christian tradition, it symbolizes the Holy Trinity (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) as well as eternal spiritual life and unbroken divine love.

- The Celtic Halo and Crown:

Rising above the Virgin Mary's veiled head is an ornate, crown like halo intricately carved with continuous Celtic knotwork. This signifies holiness, sacred royalty, and eternal grace, tying traditional Christian iconography directly to Ireland's heritage.

- Sacred Connection and Fine Relief Work:

The sculpture captures an intimate, tender moment between Mother and Child. Notice the remarkable micro detailing achieved by the sculptor, right down to the individual fingers, knuckles, and delicate fingernails on both the Virgin Mary's cradling hands and the Infant Jesus's tiny outstretched hand reaching toward her heart.

- Functional Devotional Basin:

The deeply fluted lower vessel is designed to hold holy water for blessing upon entering or leaving a room, complete with a sturdy brass toned triangular hanging loop at the top for easy wall mounting.

Specifications and Condition:

- Origin: Handcrafted in Ireland (original maker's guarantee label intact on speckled stone resin backing).

- Material:

Cold cast bronze with natural antique patina.

- Height: Approx 17 cm (6.75 inches)

- Width: Approx 10 cm (4 inches)

- Weight: 290 grams (10.2 oz) with a solid, heavy feel.

- Condition:

Very good vintage condition with an authentic aged bronze patina and rich dark shading in the recesses. Shows light, honest signs of age inside the basin consistent with gentle devotional use.

Payment and Delivery:

I accept Revolut and PayPal. Collection in person is very welcome, or postage can be arranged at the buyer's expense. An Post.

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