Painted Wooden Chalice from San Galgano Abbey – Italian Ecclesiastical Object, 16th Century

Description:

A rare hand-painted wooden chalice from the Abbey of San Galgano, retaining its original polychrome decoration and later varnish. The inscription reads “Delabasia di San Galgano,” possibly referencing a donor or affiliated place tied to the abbey. Likely crafted in the late 15th or early 16th century, the chalice features haloed religious figures and a sword-in-stone heraldic symbol associated with Saint Galgano himself. Once part of the Dr. Neureberg Collection, this piece embodies the spiritual iconography and devotional craftsmanship of Renaissance Italy.

Details:

Origin: Italy
Date: Circa 1600 (possibly late 15th century)
Medium: Painted wood with later varnish
Dimensions: 9 H x 3.5 W x 3.5 D