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Pair of Holy Water Stoups. Ca 1750
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Pair of Holy Water Stoups. Ca 1750

18th century
Sold 3 August 2025 · Jane Short Antiques
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Description

Pair of 18th Century Continental holy water stoups. having classical pierced scroll and flaming urn back and hemispherical vessel, they stand 17cm high and In original condition.

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Date of Manufacture

Jane Short Antiques has dated these Antique Holy Water Stoups to the 18th Century.

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Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
10cm (3.94")
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SA767760
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A2483
Description
Pair of 18th Century Continental holy water stoups.
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having classical pierced scroll and flaming urn back and hemispherical vessel, they stand 17cm high and In original condition.
Jane Short Antiques

We can deliver free of charge in UK mainland and quote for international delivery

Payment by bank transfer or PayPal

Date of Manufacture

Jane Short Antiques has dated these Antique Holy Water Stoups to the 18th Century.

Height
17cm (6.69")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA767760
Dealers Internal Ref
A2483
Jane Short Antiques
Jane Short Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2020

30 years of expertise in 17th- to early 20th-century furniture and fine art

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A pair of cast metal holy water stoups featuring symmetrical scrolled ornamentation, dolphin motifs, and hemispherical basins. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A pair of cast metal holy water stoups featuring symmetrical scrolled ornamentation, dolphin motifs, and hemispherical basins. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Pair of Holy Water Stoups. Ca 1750

Archive II A pair of cast metal holy water stoups featuring symmetrical scrolled ornamentation, dolphin motifs, and hemispherical basins. View II
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Jane Short Antiques

Jane Short Antiques
Telephone 07850 937057 or 07540 126714
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Suffolk
United Kingdom
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A pair of cast metal holy water stoups featuring symmetrical scrolled ornamentation, dolphin motifs, and hemispherical basins.
Pair of Holy Water Stoups. ca 1750
Ref: SA767760
A pair of cast metal holy water stoups featuring symmetrical scrolled ornamentation, dolphin motifs, and hemispherical basins.
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  • ObjectWall Art & Decor
  • Period18th century
  • StyleBaroque
  • MaterialBrass
  • ColourWarm Bronze
  • MotifsDolphin motifs, Scrollwork, Flame finial, Rosette medallions
  • SizeH 17 cm (7 in) x W 10 cm (4 in)

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Holy water stoups are traditional vessels used in Christian churches and homes to hold holy water for blessing upon entering or leaving a space, dating back to early Christian architecture and domestic devotional practices.

These pieces were typically cast in copper-alloy metals such as brass or bronze, often utilizing sand-casting or lost-wax techniques followed by hand-chasing and finishing.

Authenticity is determined by examining metal composition, casting irregularities, tool marks, natural oxidation patterns, and stylistic consistency with period-specific motifs.

These decorative objects can be mounted on a neutral accent wall as sculptural historical elements, integrated into curated gallery displays, or placed within traditional vignette settings.

Maintain the metal by dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth, avoiding commercial chemical polishes or abrasive cleaners to preserve the historic patina and surface integrity.
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