Stoup (holy water basin), c. 1715, Giovanni Giardini da Forli, Italian (Rome), Italian, 1646-1722, 28 1/2 x 19 1/2 in. ( x cm), Silver, gilt bronze, lapis lazuli, Italy, 18th century, Holy (that is, blessed) Water is used in the Catholic Church in remembrance of the sacrament of Baptism, and for the apotropaic qualities (the power to ward off evil) ascribed to it. Holy Water stoups are most commonly found as pairs at the entrance of churches. These works are often carved in marble or may even encompass large, actual shells to contain the water. Silver Holy Water stoups

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