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54 A MONUMENTAL CARVED MARBLE RELIEF of the Madonna and Child, Italian, 19th century. Contained in a spectacular carved and gilded frame. Dimension of carved marble relief plaque 25.25"x18.25" (64cm x 46.5cm). Outside measurement of frame 51"x44" (130cm x 112cm). Spectacular! Estimate $12,000-$18,000
55 A FINE ALABASTER CARVED RELIEF PLAQUE of the Madonna and Child Enthroned, probably Italian, 18th or 19th century. The Virgin and Child set within a niche flanked by two columns with God the Father and a dove (the Holy Spirit) above and flanked by two chalice-bearing angels. Traces of gilding throughout. Height 11.75"x8.75" (30cm x 22.2cm). Estimate $1,500-$2,500
56 RELIQUARY GROUPING: A LARGE AND IMPORTANT CARVED POLYCHROME AND GILT WOOD RELIQUARY FIGURAL GROUPING of Saint Anthony of Padua, Italian, 18th century. Carved in full round, the base with four carved paw feet supporting heavily carved acanthus corners set with finely carved winged cherubs at each of the four corners upon which rests the figure of St. Anthony cradling the infant Christ child. The front of integral base carved with oval reliquary exposition window and with thecla encased relic within. Finely carved with good detail, flowing robes and good anatomy. Some scattered losses and worming. Spectacular! Height 48" (4 feet) (122 cm) and about 24" square (61cm). Estimate $6,000-$9,000  Note: You are purchasing the reliquary only. The relics themselves will be given as a gift to the successful purchaser of this lot at no charge. Some bid restrictions may apply, see the Conditions of Sale.