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Votive plaque Saint Francis Xavier Inscription: S. FRANCISCO XAVIER

Unknown19th-20th century

Museum Of Christian Art, Goa

Museum Of Christian Art, Goa
Old Goa, India

This small votive plaque in relief shows a vested Saint Francis Xavier in his coffin. It is framed with a moulding of stylized branches denser towards the top and surround the dove of the Holy Spirit, surmounted by a cross. Two praying angels in long gowns adorn the frame’s sides.
The saint’s name appears in a cartouche among the floral moulding, below the coffin. It is balanced by another inscription with the following engraved text: “From P.S. Dastur, 1925”.

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  • Title: Votive plaque Saint Francis Xavier Inscription: S. FRANCISCO XAVIER
  • Creator: Unknown
  • Date Created: 19th-20th century
  • Physical Dimensions: 28.2 x 23 cm
  • Provenance: Old Goa, Basilica of Bom Jesus
  • Medium: Metalwork, Silver relief
Museum Of Christian Art, Goa

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