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Antique Santos Crown. French Jewelled Religious Church Headpiece.
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Antique Santos Crown. French Jewelled Religious Church Headpiece.

19th century
Sold 1 January 1900 · Krave Antiques
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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.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this French Jewelled Santos Crown to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
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SA1182076
Dealers Internal Reference
ASC3478
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Description
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.
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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.
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fig 1. An ornate antique French gilt brass crown featuring inset pink and blue glass stones, arched bands, floral motifs, and topped with a cross on a sphere.
fig 1. Antique Santos Crown. French Jewelled Religious Church Headpiece.

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.

fig 2. An ornate antique French gilt brass crown featuring inset pink and blue glass stones, arched bands, floral motifs, and topped with a cross on a sphere.
fig 2. Antique Santos Crown. French Jewelled Religious Church Headpiece.

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.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this French Jewelled Santos Crown to the 19th Century.

Height
14cm (5.51")
Width
12.5cm (4.92")
Depth
12.5cm (4.92")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1182076
Dealers Internal Ref
ASC3478
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An ornate antique French gilt brass crown featuring inset pink and blue glass stones, arched bands, floral motifs, and topped with a cross on a sphere.
Antique Santos Crown. French Jewelled Religious Church Headpiece.
Ref: SA1182076
An ornate antique French gilt brass crown featuring inset pink and blue glass stones, arched bands, floral motifs, and topped with a cross on a sphere.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectReligious Crown
  • Period19th century
  • StyleFrench Religious
  • MaterialBrass, Gilt Metal, Glass
  • ColourBrass Gold
  • MotifsGlobus cruciger, repousse leaf motifs, inset glass stones
  • SizeH 14 cm (6 in) x W 12.5 cm (5 in) x D 12.5 cm (5 in)

FAQs

A Santos crown is a ceremonial headpiece crafted specifically to adorn religious statues, particularly depictions of the Virgin Mary or saints, within Catholic churches and home altars.

These headpieces were typically constructed from brass, copper, or gilt metal, and decorated with stamped metalwork, filigree, and inset glass stones or paste gems.

Authentic period pieces display hand-stamped or cast metal components, uneven hand-set glass stones, natural surface oxidisation, and mounting points or brass strips designed to secure the crown to a statue.

Designers frequently display these objects under glass cloches, atop stacked art books on a sideboard, or alongside botanical specimens on mantelpieces to create a curated cabinet of curiosities aesthetic.

Dust gently using a soft, dry microfibre cloth or fine brush. Avoid abrasive chemical polishes and water, as moisture can damage the foil backing of antique glass stones and alter the aged patina.
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