This antique Santos crown which dates from the 19th century comes from France, is made of gilded metal and is nicely decorated with colourful glass stones.
This beautiful piece has a cross and orb to the top of the crown with arms running from the centre top to the bottom band which all have pink, blue and white glass stones set onto them.
This would have sat on the head of a Santos or saint figure in a French church.
Santos figures were used in religious ceremonies and parades across the continent.
This highly decorative crown which has a wonderful look would make an ideal addition to a religious collection.
Dimensions: Diameter at widest part: 12.5 cm (5''). Height: 14 cm (5 1/2'').
Condition: Very good antique condition with signs of use in keeping with age. Some misshaping and patina. Please see pictures.
Please note that only the crown is included and any other items in the pictures are for display only.
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Antique ID Number (AIDN): SA1182076
Dateline of this antique is 19th Century
Height is 14cm (5.5inches)Width is 12.5cm (4.9inches)Depth is 12.5cm (4.9inches)
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