Magnificent two-tone pink and yellow silver-gilt chalice, finely chased and filigreed, resting on a circular base adorned with four enamels depicting scenes from the life of Christ. These scenes alternate with semi-precious stones set as cabochons on stylized floral scrolls. The gadrooned stem features a double floral knop, while the cup is distinguished by its water leaf decoration and a frieze of stylized floral scrolls.
Marked under the base POUSSIELGUE-RUSAND/15 rue Casette/Paris. Minerve hallmark, Troubadour style, Napoleon III period. Height: 24.5 cm. Total gross weight: 595 g.
Accompanied by a circular silver-gilt paten, adorned with a chased decoration of the Christogram "IHS" surmounted by the Sacred Heart of Jesus, encircled by the Holy Crown of Thorns. Minerve and silversmith's hallmarks, Napoleon III period. Diameter: 16 cm. Weight: 85 g.
Chalice and paten presented in their original leather-covered case. An exceptional liturgical ensemble, a testament to 19th-century silversmithing craftsmanship.
