An antique Portuguese bas-relief repousse silver and gold Last Supper icon unattributed maker, probably 19th Century (Icon #5)
18 December 2024
Description

Part of a 13 piece collection.

Dimensions

19.25" x 13.5" 48.9cm x 34.3cm

Acquired from
Inherited
For sale
Yes
Answered within about 22 hours
By Delia
Dec 18, 23:44 UTC
Fair Market Value
$150 - $250 USD
Suggested Asking Price $300 USD
What does this mean?

Hi Aaron,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

"Ultima Ceia de Jesus" is Portuguese, and translates to "The Last Supper of Jesus" in English.
This phrase refers to the biblical event described in the Gospels, where Jesus shared a final meal with His disciples before His crucifixion. It is a significant moment in Christian tradition, symbolizing fellowship, sacrifice, and the institution of the Eucharist. The event is famously depicted in art, with Leonardo da Vinci's The Last Supper being one of the most renowned interpretations. Your icon models that composition, with Christ in the center flanked by his apostles.

Related examples have sold at auction recently for prices ranging from $150-250.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

An antique Portuguese bas-relief repousse silver and gold Last Supper icon
unattributed maker, probably 19th Century
The figure of Jesus Christ at a table, identified at the center with mandorla and holding an oval that says "JHS", seated at a long table with his apolstles, inscribed "ULTIMA CEIA DE JESUS" along the bottom, on a wooden backing. Apparently unmarked.
13-1/2 by 19-1/4 inches
CONDITION: This icon appears to be in generally good condition.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$150-250*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia

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