This item has SOLD***Antique Nineteenth Century French Monastery Work Paperolle Reliquary Sacred Heart

***THIS ITEM HAS SOLD***The intention of this reliquary reads, “ Le souvenir de notre patrie soutient notre esperance” (the memory of our homeland holds our expectation and hope”. This reliquary was part of a large collection in Burgundy. It dates towards 1860. The small, hand-sized reliquary was known as a travel reliquary as they could be easily packed for a long or short voyage. This type of reliquary is specific to the convents and monasteries of France. The outer box is made of hard paper board. It has been covered with beautiful fabric and edged with gilt metal braid. Paper board sides contain the edges for the central design; this oval frame is covered in creme colored silk. The paperolle design is placed under a thick piece of glass, giving a “window” effect. There is a velour braid trim surrounding the glass (one section has lifted up....we chose to leave the decision to the final owner in regards to the use of modern glue it or leaving it as is). The original ribbon is at th