809
Altar footstool D. José I (1750–1777)
Estimate €600–1.200
808
Renaissance Table Bell
Estimate €200–400
Description
In bronze.
Relief decoration depicting the Holy Shroud, angels and Our Lady.
With lower band bearing the inscription SIT NOMEN DÓMINI BENEDICTUM meaning Blessed be the Name of the Lord.
Relief handle.
Flanders, 16th/17th century.
(signs of use, minor losses and defects)
H.: 11.5 cm
Provenance
Collection Dr. António Miranda.
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