French Gothic Revival parcel-gilt and paint-decorated tabernacle, early 19th c., architectural steepled case with central archway, framing parcel-gilt cabinet door with painted cabochons, central Sacred Heart pierced by a lance, revealing open interior lined with worn jacquard silk, rising on stepped platform with carved foliate frieze, approx 35.5"h, 34.5"w, 15.5"d

10.8.25 - In my opinion regarding LOT: 3340 — the structure stands sturdy and stable overall, the carved gilt and painted surfaces display typical age wear, with some scattered flaking, paint loss, and exposed ground layers, notably to the raised decorative elements and edges, I note visible seams, stable age splits to wood, and a few small losses to protruding carvings, the gilt surfaces show rubs and tarnish throughout, and the polychrome tones present with natural fading and grime from age, all mentioned commensurate with age, use, and storage

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