This Item has SOLD***Antique 18th Century French Gilded Wooden Sacred Heart Religious Tabernacle Door

***THIS ITEM HAS SOLD***A beautifully gilded tabernacle door, it originates from the south of France (Marseille) and dates to the end of the 18th century (1790). It was part of a small collection of religious tabernacle doors.The patina of the gilt is specific to the late eighteenth century with warm under tones of red. This type of gilding is enhanced by the passage of time, taking on a rich and burnished patina. The door is of solid French white oak. It is thick, 1 3/8". The outer edges have been curved to give importance to the front panel which is raised a bit above the edges. The panel has a 1/4" raised frame. The carved gilded wood festoon at the bottom curves upward and consists of flowers and leaves accented by a cenetral half shell. It is attached with small tacks. There are two angel heads surrounded by wings above the festoon.The pierced sacred heart has a band of roses crossing the center. It is also attached to the wooden door by small tacks. The gilding has worn and the g