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A Large German Repousse Brass Alms Dish, 17th Century
$1,460
£1,123.13
€1,303.63
CA$2,058.95
A$2,306.37
CHF 1,211.39
MX$28,044.70
NOK 15,340.13
SEK 14,561.91
DKK 9,729.52
About the Item
A Large German Repousse Brass Alms Dish, 17th Century
These dishes were originally used as everyday flatware by the wealthy during the Medieval period, serving for food or for holding water for hand-washing. They also served as a display of wealth and status. When they went out of fashion in the later 17th century, many were donated to churches and used as collection plates, which is how they acquired the name "alms dishes".
Purpose:
While historically used for collecting donations for the poor and charitable purposes, they were also commonly used as offertory plates in churches for collecting offerings during services.
Historical Use:
In medieval times, these brass dishes served as everyday flatware for the wealthy, used for food or holding jugs for hand-washing. They also served as displays of wealth and status.
Transition to Alms Dishes:
When they fell out of fashion as domestic items in the later 17th century, many were donated to churches and used as collection plates, leading to the name "alms dishes".
Decorative Function:
European paintings of home interiors reveal that they were frequently used as decorative dishes on shelves and could also serve as reflectors for candles.
Provenance: Private Australian Collection.
Dimensions:
Height: 4.5cm.
Diameter: 46cm.
- Dimensions:Height: 1.78 in (4.5 cm)Diameter: 18.12 in (46 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1600s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. There are a few small holes on the surface of the plate due to the age and use.
- Seller Location:ARMADALE, AU
- Reference Number:Seller: NN4833 CP/MTSG1stDibs: LU8952245790172
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