Holy case - Genoa - Late 1800 circa - Sculpted wood, glass and breadcrumbs.

Small case with sacred scene inside, Genoa, circa late 1800s.

It depicts the Virgin Mary of the Sanctuary of the Madonna of Caravaggio, as evidenced by the papyrus that outlines the diameter of the case itself.

Small shrine in the Rapallo hamlet of Caravaggio, a pilgrimage destination and place of worship since the 17th century which has undergone every: https://it.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santuario_della_Madonna_di_Caravaggio_(Rapallo)

Curiosity: the scene is created in carved breadcrumbs!

Curiosity 2: below, in beautiful handwriting, there is a dedication that mentions "Memory of P. Federico".

Wear, patina, shortcomings, but considering the material chosen and the more than 100 years it bears on the rump, really very good general condition.

For collectors.