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Antique Style Passion of the Christ Holy Water Fonts Porcelain Wall Fonts (Choose Finish)
Antique Style Passion of the Christ Holy Water Fonts Porcelain Wall Fonts (Choose Finish)
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AT A GLANCE
- Type:
- Holy Water Font
- Subject:
- Passion of the Christ
- Style:
- Religious Devotional | Traditional European | Figural Porcelain
- Era:
- Early 20th Century (1900 - 1945)
- Origin:
- Likely Europe (French or German style)
- Material:
- Porcelain
- Dimensions:
- 6” × 3”
- Condition:
- See variant descriptions
- Color:
- White with gold or silvery-gold gilt
- Mounting:
- Wall mount
Low stock: 1 left
Traditional Passion of the Christ fonts with luminous gilt detail and devotional presence - two variations.
Collector’s Note
These Passion of the Christ holy water fonts reflect a long tradition of devotional art designed for both beauty and daily spiritual practice. Centered on the crucifixion, the imagery serves as a powerful reminder of faith, sacrifice, and protection within the home.
Elegant in their simplicity, these porcelain examples feature hand-applied gilt detailing that catches the light beautifully when displayed. Whether placed near an entryway, bedside, or prayer space, they offer a quiet moment of reflection. Thoughtful as gifts for baptisms, confirmations, or house blessings, they also appeal to collectors drawn to traditional European-style religious objects.
A pair of vintage porcelain holy water fonts depicting the Passion of the Christ. Each font features a crucifix with Christ at center, accented by radiant detailing behind the figure. The basin below is formed in a classic shell shape with delicate molded ornament and gilt decoration. Offered as individual selections.
Option 1: Silvery Gold Gilt with Mandorla
- Softer, silvery-toned gilt finish
- Encircling the entire body of the Christ gilt holy mandorla or aureola
- Good condition; wear to gilt
- Presents beautifully with aged patina
Option 2: Gold Gilt with Worshippers
- Rich, warm gold gilt finish
- Kneeling figures at the base of the cross, interpreted as the Virgin Mary and Mary Magdalene with INRI inscription—"Jesus of Nazareth, King of the Jews"
- Very good condition; minimal wear
- Strong overall presentation; excellent display condition
Though unmarked, both pieces are reminiscent of European porcelain fonts, likely inspired by French or German devotional designs of the late 19th to early 20th century.
Each font includes a hanging hole at the top for wall display. Condition differences are primarily in the degree of gilt wear, noted above. *Holy water not included.
Dimensions: 6" high by 3” wide.
About Holy Water Fonts
Holy water fonts have long been used in Christian homes as devotional objects intended to hold blessed water for daily use. Traditionally placed near a doorway or bedside, they serve as a reminder to make the Sign of the Cross—an act of protection, gratitude, and reflection.
Porcelain examples like these often reflect European artistic traditions, where religious imagery was rendered with both delicacy and symbolism. Even today, these pieces continue to serve as meaningful objects of faith as well as decorative reminders of spiritual practice.
Browse our Religious Art & Devotional Objects collection for more items created for spiritual practice, worship, and religious expression.
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