Ancient embossed brass almoner plate, 17th century period, excellent condition, diameter 39 cm -h.5 cm
The object in the image is an almoner's plate (or almoner), a large metal basin used for collecting offerings for the Church.
These plates are usually made of metals such as brass, bronze, silver, or gold.
They often feature embossed and punched decorations, both sacred and ornamental, arranged in concentric turns.
The type of large plate with a wide brim, originating in German and Flemish workshops, was very widespread in Europe from the late Middle Ages until the 18th century.
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SILVER Seller in Firenze, Italy
