An exquisite Italian holy water vessel, this stoup has been hand carved out of beautiful, old Giallo Reale Rosato marble. Along the front and back sides, there are cartouches surrounding an oval white and grey marble egg motif. The shaped pedestal beneath the basin has an acanthus leaf sphere which rests upon an octagonal shaped base. The craftsmanship and attention to detail is excellent. Today, this vessel can be re-purposed into a sink, planter, fountain, or a bid bath. Of course, it can once again be used in a chapel as a stoup.

CONDITION: Very good condition; minor losses to marble on edges and veins.