Ciborium for the Sacrament

Florentine 15th Century, possibly after a model by Desiderio da Settignano (stem with integral base); Florentine 19th Century (dome, enclosure, base beneath enclosure, finial, bottom plinth)

National Gallery of Art

This sculpture is an architectural structure resembling a small tower or pavilion with intricate carvings. It has a domed top with detailed classical motifs, including flowers, columns, scale-like shapes, and swirling designs. The sculpture is white, standing on a square base with decorative carvings like garlands and rosettes. The cylindrical body has a multi-faceted section with small golden panels framed by columns and arches. It is placed indoors on a gray square base.