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Crucifixion Holy Water Font in Cold Cast Bronze – Veronese Collection – 7.5″

At the entrance of a Catholic church, there is often a small and familiar gesture. A hand touches holy water. The Sign of the Cross is made. And before another step is taken, the faithful are reminded of Baptism, the Cross, and the name into which they were baptized: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

This Crucifixion Holy Water Font in Cold Cast Bronze from the Veronese Collection brings that enduring Catholic practice into the home through a richly detailed piece of devotional art. Measuring approximately 7.5 inches, the font combines an image of the Crucifixion with a basin for holy water, creating a natural place for prayer at the entrance to a home, beside a doorway, or within a dedicated prayer space. The Crucifix stands at the center of Catholic life because the sacrifice of Calvary stands at the heart of the Christian story. Christ’s outstretched arms recall not simply suffering, but a love freely given—the sacrifice through which the Church proclaims redemption and the victory that reaches its fulfillment in the Resurrection. Beneath that sacred imagery rests the holy water font.

Holy water is one of the Church’s familiar sacramentals. Its use recalls the waters of Baptism, when a Christian is joined to Christ and welcomed into the life of the Church. Catholics use holy water while making the Sign of the Cross as a prayerful reminder of that baptismal identity and as part of the Church’s tradition of blessing. Placing a holy water font in the home extends this familiar practice beyond the parish doorway. Positioned near an entrance or prayer area, it can become a simple invitation to begin or end the day with the Sign of the Cross, to pray before leaving home, or to remember one’s Baptism upon returning.

The combination of Crucifixion and water gives the piece particular devotional meaning. One points toward Calvary; the other recalls Baptism. Together they direct the heart toward Christ and the sacramental life of His Church. Crafted in cold cast bronze, the font is designed to capture the sculptural character and detailed appearance associated with traditional bronze artwork. Light hand-painted accents provide additional definition while preserving the warm, antiqued character of the bronze-toned finish.

As part of the Veronese Collection, the piece has the presence of sacred sculpture while remaining compact enough for use in a Catholic home, chapel, office, rectory, or other devotional setting. It makes a meaningful gift for Baptism, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, OCIA or RCIA reception, weddings, housewarmings, ordinations, and Catholic families establishing a home prayer space. A little water. A simple Cross traced upon the body. A remembrance of Baptism and of the One whose Cross stands above it. Sometimes the smallest practices keep the greatest truths close.

Product Details

Item: Crucifixion Holy Water Font
Collection: Veronese Collection
Subject: Crucifixion of Jesus Christ
Material: Cold cast bronze
Finish: Lightly hand-painted cold cast bronze
Height: Approximately 7.5″
Type: Catholic devotional holy water font
Primary Use: Holds holy water for personal and household devotional use
Devotional Associations: Holy Cross, Crucifixion, Baptism, Sign of the Cross, and Catholic sacramentals
Display: Suitable near an entrance, doorway, home altar, prayer corner, chapel, rectory, or devotional space
Gift Occasions: Baptism, First Holy Communion, Confirmation, OCIA/RCIA, weddings, housewarmings, ordinations, and Catholic devotional gifts
Note: Holy water is not included. The font itself is not represented as blessed.
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