How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?

Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.

Antique French Religious

Pontius Pilate

French Holy Water Font

Stations Of The Cross Frame

French Prie Dieu

French Crucifix

Oil Painting Of Mary And Jesus

Altar France

Paintings 18th Century Religious Paintings

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19th Century French Antique French Religious

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Bronze

Antique French leather portable travel crucifix / altar - Paris France 19th

$478

French Arched Shaped Confessional

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Antique French confessional with arched top and fleur-de-lis on each side. Would make a unique

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19th Century French Antique French Religious

Materials

Pine

French Arched Shaped Confessional

$2,950

Rustic French Prie Dieu

Located in Houston, TX

A rustic Prie-Dieu from France. Handcrafted with a rush seat. There is evidence of an old woodworm

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Religious

Rustic French Prie Dieu

$300

Antique Gilded Bronze French Crucifix

Located in Victoria, BC

focus on natural forms. Art Nouveau French Bronze Crosses were typically made of bronze or brass, and

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1890s French Art Nouveau Antique French Religious

Materials

Bronze

Antique Gilded Bronze French Crucifix

$325

French 19th Century Altar Fragment

Located in Round Top, TX

A very lovely mid-19th century Altar Fragment in gilt wood. Beautifully carved with a stunning sunburst.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Religious

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Giltwood

French 19th Century Altar Fragment

$1,563

19th Century French Tabernacle with Angels

Located in Buisson, FR

Nice wooden tabernacle with chalk ornaments and working lock. France 19th century, weathered and

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19th Century French Antique French Religious

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Wood

19th Century French Tabernacle with Angels

$688

French 18th Century “Niche”, Presentation Stand

Located in Round Top, TX

French later 18th century “Niche”, presentation stand, beautifully carved from walnut with putti

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Late 18th Century French Antique French Religious

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Walnut

French 18th Century “Niche”, Presentation Stand

$1,950

French 19th Century Cast Iron Cross

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This is a lovely French 19th century cast iron cross. It has a cherub face at the intersection of

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19th Century French Other Antique French Religious

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Iron

French 19th Century Cast Iron Cross

$995

Large Scale Wooden French Statue

Located in Houston, TX

Large scale wooden French statue of saint, dated to the early 19th century. Hand carved polychrome

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Early 19th Century French Folk Art Antique French Religious

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Wood

Large Scale Wooden French Statue

$6,800

Early Large French Creche or Santos Figure Cabinet

Located in Hopewell, NJ

This beautiful early French Creche or Santos figure cabinet was found in the south of France, and

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19th Century French Antique French Religious

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Glass, Wood

Early Large French Creche or Santos Figure Cabinet

$1,200

Pair of French 19th Century Iron Procession Lanterns

Located in Buisson, FR

Great pair of lanterns made out of iron. Very rare objects. France, circa 1850-1900 Weathered

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19th Century French French Provincial Antique French Religious

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Iron

Pair of French 19th Century Iron Procession Lanterns

$472

French Quimper Pottery, Madonna with Child, circa 1900

By Quimper Faience Pottery

Located in Delft, NL

French Quimper pottery, Madonna with child, ca 1900 A Quimper pottery statue of Madonna and

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Religious

Materials

Pottery

French Quimper Pottery, Madonna with Child, circa 1900

$658

French 19th Century Needlepoint Pre Deux

Located in Baton Rouge, LA

This French pre deux is a wonderful layer in any home interior. Originally used as a wedding

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19th Century French Other Antique French Religious

Materials

Fabric, Oak

French 19th Century Needlepoint Pre Deux

$995

French, 18th Century, Hand Forged Iron Village Cross

Located in Buisson, FR

Unique hand forged iron cross that once stood in the centre of a Provençal village. France, circa

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18th Century French French Provincial Antique French Religious

Materials

Iron

French, 18th Century, Hand Forged Iron Village Cross

$592

French Tramp Art Cross on Pyramid Base

Located in Austin, TX

A Tramp Art cross on a pyramid base from France, circa 1900, featuring a fine patina and decorative

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Early 1900s French Antique French Religious

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Wood

French Tramp Art Cross on Pyramid Base

$1,895

19th Century French Cast Iron Cross

Located in Eindhoven, NL

19th century heavy cast iron crucifix grave marker with lots of detail. Decorated with roses and leaves.

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Religious

Materials

Iron

19th Century French Cast Iron Cross

$2,214

French 18th Century Wooden Panel with Mother Ann And Maria

Located in Buisson, FR

once was a door of a tabernacle. Beautiful weathered. France circa 1750 Measurements include the wooden

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18th Century French Baroque Antique French Religious

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Wood

French 18th Century Wooden Panel with Mother Ann And Maria

$807

French 17th Century Weathered Oak Saint Statue

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful and extremely weathered oak saint statue, France, 17th century. Weathered, losses and old

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17th Century French Baroque Antique French Religious

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Oak

French 17th Century Weathered Oak Saint Statue

$1,167

Antique French Immortelles Glass Beaded Wreath, 1900s

Located in Hastings, GB

Beautiful antique French beaded wreath These wreaths were made in France in the early 1900s These

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Religious

Materials

Beads

Antique French Immortelles Glass Beaded Wreath, 1900s

$892

19th Century French Neoclassical Painted Tabernacle

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French neoclassical painted tabernacle features exceptional Romanesque architecture

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Mid-19th Century French Neoclassical Revival Antique French Religious

Materials

Oak, Pine

19th Century French Neoclassical Painted Tabernacle

$1,750

French Crucifix on Pedestal, Late 19th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

Crucifix on pedestal for altar French late 19th century Golden copper (please see photos) Around

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Religious

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Copper

French Crucifix on Pedestal, Late 19th Century

$1,675

18th Century French Statue of Saint Anthony

Located in Round Top, TX

A superb 18th century statue of Saint Anthony in polychromed and giltwood. Beautiful carving detail and a very rich patina.

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18th Century French Antique French Religious

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Wood

18th Century French Statue of Saint Anthony

$4,750

French Medieval Gothic Hand Forged Iron Village Cross

Located in Buisson, FR

Unique hand forged iron cross that once stood in the centre of a Provençal village. France, circa

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16th Century French Gothic Antique French Religious

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Iron

French Medieval Gothic Hand Forged Iron Village Cross

$1,071

French Doré Bronze Sculpture of a Young Christ

Located in BENSENVILLE, IL

Antique French sculpture, of a young Christ crushing the devil, executed in bronze doré, or

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1920s French Antique French Religious

Materials

Bronze

French Doré Bronze Sculpture of a Young Christ

$575

Antique French Champleve Cloisonne Crucifix on Onyx Victorian

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This antique French Victorian gilt champlevé cloisonné crucifix is a magnificent and rare religious

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1880s French Victorian Antique French Religious

Materials

Onyx, Alabaster, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Champleve Cloisonne Crucifix on Onyx Victorian

$706

19th Century French Prie Dieu ~ Prayer Kneeler

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French Prie Dieu ~ Prayer Kneeler is a more substantial example of the genre than

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Revival Antique French Religious

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Oak

19th Century French Prie Dieu ~ Prayer Kneeler

$1,980

19th Century French Louis XV Upholstered Carved Walnut Prayer Kneeler Bench

Located in Dallas, TX

Place this elegant antique prayer chair in a bedroom for your daily devotions. Crafted in France

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Late 19th Century French Louis XV Antique French Religious

Materials

Walnut, Fabric

19th Century French Louis XV Upholstered Carved Walnut Prayer Kneeler Bench

$1,000

Antique French Champleve Cloisonne Crucifix on Onyx Victorian

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

This antique French Victorian gilt champlevé cloisonné crucifix is a magnificent and rare religious

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1880s French Victorian Antique French Religious

Materials

Onyx, Bronze, Enamel, Ormolu

Antique French Champleve Cloisonne Crucifix on Onyx Victorian

$1,065

French 19th Century Neoclassical Painted Wooden Tabernacle

Located in Buisson, FR

Great neoclassical painted wooden tabernacle. Well detailed and working lock weathered, small losses, old repairs.

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19th Century French Neoclassical Antique French Religious

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Wood

French 19th Century Neoclassical Painted Wooden Tabernacle

$1,526

French Small 18th Century Weathered Oak Saint Statue

Located in Buisson, FR

Beautiful weathered small oak saint statue, France, 18th century. Weathered and small losses.

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18th Century French Baroque Antique French Religious

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Oak

French Small 18th Century Weathered Oak Saint Statue

$508

French Walnut Inlaid Wall Crucifix, Late 19th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

French 1880 wall crucifix Walnut and Mother-of-pearl Good antique condition. Shipping: 1/25.5/50

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Late 19th Century French Napoleon III Antique French Religious

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Walnut

French Walnut Inlaid Wall Crucifix, Late 19th Century

$418

Regence Period French Crucifix in a Giltwood Frame 18th Century

Located in LA CIOTAT, FR

A magnificent example of an 18th century French crucifix, its representation of the tortured Christ

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18th Century French Régence Antique French Religious

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Giltwood

Regence Period French Crucifix in a Giltwood Frame 18th Century

$2,600

17th Century French Baroque Iron Winged Angel Fragment

Located in Stamford, CT

French Baroque shrine. Cast iron with wonderful chased details, such as the drapery, hair and feathers on

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Early 17th Century French Baroque Antique French Religious

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Wrought Iron

17th Century French Baroque Iron Winged Angel Fragment

$1,280

French Art Deco Cloisonne Bronze Stoup Crucifix, 1920

By Studio Art Deco

Located in Saint-Amans-des-Cots, FR

Cloisonne bronze stoup crucifix on an onyx and bronze stand, France, ca.1920. Measures: Height: 10

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1920s French Art Deco Antique French Religious

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Onyx, Bronze

French Art Deco Cloisonne Bronze Stoup Crucifix, 1920

$1,000

Mid-19th Century French Hand-Carved Walnut Crucifix

Located in Dallas, TX

Beautifully carved statue of Christ on the cross from a private chapel in France, circa 1860. Very

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Religious

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Walnut

Mid-19th Century French Hand-Carved Walnut Crucifix

$1,200

19th Century French Polished Iron Garden Cross with Virgin Mary

Located in Dallas, TX

This beautiful antique cross was crafted in France, circa 1870. The large iron religious item

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Religious

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Iron

19th Century French Polished Iron Garden Cross with Virgin Mary

$1,800

Stunning Antique French Gilt Bronze and Paste Monstrance

Located in West Palm Beach, FL

Stunning Antique French gilt bronze and paste monstrance or ostensorium, with elaborate gilt bronze

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Late 19th Century French Renaissance Antique French Religious

Materials

Ormolu

Stunning Antique French Gilt Bronze and Paste Monstrance

$2,950

French Sterling Silver and Vermeli Monstrance Decorated with Cherubs

Located in Godshill, Isle of Wight

French sterling silver and vermeli monstrance, 1840, decorated with cherubs This beautifully

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Early 19th Century French Baroque Antique French Religious

French Sterling Silver and Vermeli Monstrance Decorated with Cherubs

$4,804

19th Century French Gothic Choir Pew with Kneeler

Located in Dallas, TX

19th century French Gothic rare choir pew with kneeler is a special find, indeed! Exceptional hand

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1850s French Gothic Revival Antique French Religious

Materials

Oak

19th Century French Gothic Choir Pew with Kneeler

$7,300

19th Century French Patinated Bronze Sculpture Composition of Jesus Christ

Located in Dallas, TX

This large, antique bronze religious sculpture was crafted in France, circa 1870. The composition

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Late 19th Century French Antique French Religious

Materials

Bronze

19th Century French Patinated Bronze Sculpture Composition of Jesus Christ

$1,600

French 12th - 14th Century Bronze Corpus Christi Crucifix

Located in Vero Beach, FL

French 12th - 14th Century Bronze Corpus Christi Crucifix Rare and captivating bronze cast and

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15th Century and Earlier French Medieval Antique French Religious

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Bronze

French 12th - 14th Century Bronze Corpus Christi Crucifix

$3,400

18th Century French Niche or Shrine Display Cabinet

Located in Rio Vista, CA

Remarkable 18th century French niche or altar shrine display cabinet. Beautifully distressed finish

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18th Century French Baroque Antique French Religious

Materials

Lacquer, Wood

18th Century French Niche or Shrine Display Cabinet

$1,500

Early 20th Century French Terracotta Polychrome Virgin Mary Statue

Located in Dallas, TX

This beautiful and colorful antique Virgin Mary statue was hand carved in France, circa 1920. Built

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Early 20th Century French Antique French Religious

Materials

Terracotta

Early 20th Century French Terracotta Polychrome Virgin Mary Statue

$750

Late 19th Century French Folk Art Chip-Carved Wall Crucifix

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

A beautiful testament to late 19th-century French Folk Art, this chip-carved wooden crucifix

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1890s French Folk Art Antique French Religious

Materials

Wood

Late 19th Century French Folk Art Chip-Carved Wall Crucifix

$586

19th Century French Gothic Free Standing Repousse Brass Church Crucifix

Located in Dallas, TX

This beautiful and intricate crucifix was created in France circa 1880. Coming from a small

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Late 19th Century French Gothic Antique French Religious

Materials

Brass

19th Century French Gothic Free Standing Repousse Brass Church Crucifix

$575

Small 15th Century French Illuminated Vellum Book Page, Handwriting

Located in Buisson, FR

and typical Gothic gilded initials, France, 15th century.

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15th Century and Earlier French Antique French Religious

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Parchment Paper

Small 15th Century French Illuminated Vellum Book Page, Handwriting

$329

Antique French Art Nouveau Copper Brass Cross Crucifix

Located in New Orleans, LA

Antique French Art Nouveau copper and brass alter cross with silver tone Jesus and sacred heart.

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Early 1900s French Art Nouveau Antique French Religious

Materials

Brass, Copper, Spelter

Antique French Art Nouveau Copper Brass Cross Crucifix

$263

Antique French Champleve Cloisonne Crucifix on Onyx Victorian Dated 1883

Located in Bad Säckingen, DE

The antique French Victorian gilt champlevé cloisonné crucifix is a magnificent and rare religious

Category

1880s French Victorian Antique French Religious

Materials

Onyx, Alabaster, Bronze, Ormolu

Antique French Champleve Cloisonne Crucifix on Onyx Victorian Dated 1883

$1,017

French Porcelain Bust of Virgin Mary, Late 19th Century

Located in Labrit, Landes

French Virgin Mary Bust Porcelain on wood, circa 1880 Very good condition Measures: For

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1880s French Napoleon III Antique French Religious

Materials

Porcelain, Wood

French Porcelain Bust of Virgin Mary, Late 19th Century

$837

Early 19th Century French Restauration Period Iron Village Cross

Located in Fayetteville, AR

French Restauration period wayside cross is constructed of cast iron and features intricate scrolling in

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Early 19th Century French Restauration Antique French Religious

Materials

Iron

Early 19th Century French Restauration Period Iron Village Cross

$1,495

Small 15th Century French Illuminated Vellum Book Page, Handwriting

Located in Buisson, FR

and typical Gothic gilded initials, France, 15th century.

Category

15th Century and Earlier French Gothic Antique French Religious

Materials

Parchment Paper

Small 15th Century French Illuminated Vellum Book Page, Handwriting

$329

17th Century French Carved Painted Virgin Mary and Cherubs Sculpture

Located in Dallas, TX

This large, antique carved wood religious sculpture was found in a chapel in Brittany, France

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Late 17th Century French Baroque Antique French Religious

Materials

Wood

17th Century French Carved Painted Virgin Mary and Cherubs Sculpture

$3,900

19th Century, French Polished Iron Catholic Cross with Virgin Mary Mourning

By Alfred Corneau

Located in Dallas, TX

This beautiful antique cross was crafted in France, circa 1870. The large iron religious item

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Religious

Materials

Iron

19th Century, French Polished Iron Catholic Cross with Virgin Mary Mourning

$1,600

Antique French Ormolu Enamel and Cabochon Large Altar Plinth, circa 1850

Located in London, GB

This is a beautiful French ormolu, enamel and cabochon decorated altar plinth, circa 1850 in date

Category

1850s French Antique French Religious

Materials

Enamel, Ormolu

Antique French Ormolu Enamel and Cabochon Large Altar Plinth, circa 1850

$1,990

Early 20th Century French Hand Carved Oak Free Standing Triptych

Located in Dallas, TX

This antique Gothic triptych was created in southern France near the Spanish border. Hand carved

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Early 20th Century French Gothic Antique French Religious

Materials

Iron

Early 20th Century French Hand Carved Oak Free Standing Triptych

$675

Antique French Provincial Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Prie Dieu

Located in New Orleans, LA

An unusual and inspiring antique French Provincial Louis XV style hand carved walnut Prie Dieu

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Early 1900s French Louis XV Antique French Religious

Materials

Iron

Antique French Provincial Louis XV Style Carved Walnut Prie Dieu

$880

19th Century French Brass and Silver Plated Catholic Church Monstrance

Located in Dallas, TX

," otherwise known as a monstrance. Crafted in France, circa 1840, this impressive golden centerpiece sits on

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Mid-19th Century French Antique French Religious

Materials

Metal, Silver Plate, Brass

19th Century French Brass and Silver Plated Catholic Church Monstrance

$2,950

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Antique French Religious For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a range of antique French religious for sale on 1stDibs. Frequently made of metal, bronze and wood, all antique French religious available were constructed with great care. Antique French religious have been produced for many years, with earlier versions available from the 18th Century and newer variations made as recently as the 20th Century. There are many kinds of antique French religious to choose from, but at 1stDibs, Baroque, Neoclassical and Regency antique French religious are of considerable interest. Many antique French religious are appealing in their simplicity, but Jean-François Théodore Gechter, Jean-Marie Pernolet and Lebeuf, Milliet, et Cie produced popular antique French religious that are worth a look.

Finding the Right Religious-items for You

Religious art has had an enduring and significant role throughout history and continues to resonate with modern audiences. Over the years, vintage and antique religious artifacts have become popular with collectors and the devout alike, and religious art has been used to express devotion across a range of media.

Historic examples of religious art remain evocative. From the Renaissance to 1800, many Old Masters actively explored sacred themes from Christianity. In the Baroque period, painters infused religious scenes with intense emotions through the technique of chiaroscuro, which uses strong contrasts between light and dark.

From the 18th to 19th century, Gothic Revival saw designers using elements that evoked the Middle Ages. Artists found inspiration in the romantic qualities of medieval paneling, furniture and other accoutrements, such as candelabras, statues and crosses. Works created in the Gothic style add drama and a grandiose elegance to any room.

Religious art reflects the diversity of beliefs around the world. Islamic art and Judaica are just a couple of examples of the vibrant expression that has coursed through faith-based art over the centuries. Sculptures have long depicted the image of Buddha, while intricately carved reliefs have stunningly depicted deities from Hinduism, like Ganesh. Members of Nepalese religions that emphasize shamanism have made ornate drums, artistically enhanced with images of animals like birds.

In some cases, artisans have created pieces that celebrate specific religious holidays such as the Jewish festival of Hanukkah. But even everyday items are an opportunity to bring both art and religion into a space. For example, designers of furniture over the years have drawn on elements found in cathedrals and other religious settings in order to elevate their work.

On 1stDibs, find a varied collection of antique and vintage religious artifacts and other objects that can be searched by style, period, artist and material, such as wood or metal.

Questions About Antique French Religious

How do I tell if a clock is an antique French clock?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
Check the clock for a manufacturer’s mark or label. Once you have this, you should be able to look up the clock’s brand to see if it is French in origin. A clock is considered antique once it is 100 years old. A professional can also help verify the origin of your clock. Shop an array of expertly vetted antique clocks on 1stDibs.

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