antique and original lithograph from the 1890s (late 19th century circa) published under the supervision of Albert Racinet at Rombaldi.

This plate presents a composition of medieval religious objects arranged on a plain background: a large, richly ornamented processional cross resting on a base structured in the manner of a reliquary; several tops of crosiers and crosiers of archbishops and bishops with spiral scrolls, fluted shafts and enameled cartouches; a crozier decorated with an animal in the round; a crozier with a medallion depicting a religious scene (crucifixion); a candlestick with a chiseled shaft and tripod base decorated with scrolls and figures; as well as small carved heads and ornaments. Details show enamelling, floral motifs and architectural elements on the crosier heads, scrolls and decorated bases.

This small, authentic lithograph was part of a gigantic and revolutionary work for the time on the study of historical costume, furniture, fashion, jewelry and architecture throughout history and space. Albert Racinet, an illustrator by trade, gave a unique style to his illustrations by essentially using chromolithography. The lithograph on sale here is therefore an essential piece in the understanding and study of costumes and peoples throughout history. It will delight any good collector interested in the subject in order to study its contents or simply to frame it. Due to its colors, its history, its author and its importance, this lithograph is indeed perfect for perfecting a decoration. This unique style is in fact a precursor to the illustrations of the encyclopedias of the following century.

Please look carefully at the photos to identify any defects. Small stains, tears, dog-eared or trimmed corners, or even small handwritten pencil inscriptions are possible. It is in used condition, a lithograph having been consulted in the past.

This board will be of interest to amateurs and specialists in goldsmithing and medieval liturgical iconography, in particular those looking for references on the crosiers of bishops and archbishops, processional crosses, crosiers and candlesticks of cathedral treasures. It provides useful elements for identifying decorative types and enameled motifs, figured scenes (crucifixion, holy figures, animals), as well as Gothic and Romanesque stylistic elements, and will prove relevant for research in religious art, goldsmithing, history of cathedrals (Trier, Hildesheim) and studies of liturgical iconography.

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Thank you for looking at the photos. You buy what you see. Generally speaking (unless otherwise specified), engravings and other prints will be delivered unframed. I do not sell reproductions! You are about to acquire a real authentic print, please be aware that you are not buying a new product but a work on paper with experience and a sometimes eventful past.