Silver Missal Stand

A silver Missal stand engraved with the Archbishop's Emblem

 

ESTIMATE: PHP 500,000 - 550,000

 

18th century

Manila

Silver, hardwood backing

35 x 33.5 x 34.5 cm (13 3/4 x 13 1/4 x 13 1/2 in)

 

This stand was used in the church to hold the Holy Bible or the Missal – the liturgical book containing the prayers, readings, and instructions for the celebration of the Mass. Silver sheets applied over a hardwood backing are richly adorned with rosette appliqués and intricate ysot, or hand-engraved, ornamentation. The decoration features finely detailed floral motifs, scrolling foliage, guilloche patterns, and dancetty designs along the ledge and backrest, all centered around the Archbishop’s Emblem. The angled back panel, designed to support an open book, is fully adjustable for ease of use.

 

Lot 211 of the Salcedo Auctions auction on March 14 and 15, 2026. Please see salcedoauctions.com for more information and to place an online bid.

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