19th-century Italian Ex-Voto Sacred Silver Heart (No. 101) Large Floral 8" W x 12

8" W x 12

pink ochre

Painted papier-mâché

Prione by August Dumenil

were typically made of buoyant cork or kapok encased in painted canvas

19th-century Italian Ex-Voto Sacred Silver Heart (No. 101) Large Floral 8" W x 12Crafted in silver plated tin and marked with the gilded GR monogram for Grazia Ricevuta (Grace Received), This ex voto sacred heart is a part of John Derian's collection of vintage & antique goods. A late 19th century Italian ex voto sacred heart, these hearts were traditionally offered in churches as a tangible expression of gratitude for prayers answered. See the full collection here. Details 4 W x 5" H Silver plated tin Italian sacred reliquary