Florence, 17th c.

This masterpiece of jeweller’s art, embellished with enamel and diamonds, fascinates with its subtle forms and elegance. The reliquary belonged to Vilnius Bishop Mikalojus Steponas Pacas and after his death it was given to Vilnius Cathedral. The Pacas family of Lithuanian nobility traced their origins to the Pazzi noble family of Florence and spread devotion to the holy “kinswoman” in Lithuania.