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17th C. Rare Alms Dish Bowl Luxury Vide Poche Center Tray Decorative Object

$7,600
£5,778.09
€6,668.14
CA$10,637.96
A$11,911.68
CHF 6,214.92
MX$145,135.04
NOK 78,862.88
SEK 74,977.60
DKK 49,773.27
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17th C. Rare Alms Dish Bowl Luxury Vide Poche Center Tray Decorative Object .German Baroque . A real period collector’s item Circa 1600’s Alms collecting German Baroque dish with incredible moldings and details. Show a great exuberance. They were meant to impress and show the power of either the church or the king, so they were highly ornamented. Mount on a wall or a stand or Use it as a vide poche or a bowl for dried flowers , This piece will be the perfect addition of history tradition and the magic of the old world charm, a conversation piece or even as a special house warming gift . Hand crafted for your Home and Office. Accessories collection where form meets function and high quality to make ordinary decorative objects extraordinary. Antique Dealer West Hollywood CA Melrose Ave La Cienega Blvd. The hand finish aspect of the hammered metal work, lends a sophisticated edge to this beautiful item , where you can put your small change as a Vide poche or your office articles in it etc... or simply on top of a side table , credenza , bookshelf , dresser . Very versatile to go in a library an office business gift idea , a wonderful sculpted / molded art work accent piece in any room . to add sensuous richness, drama, dynamism, movement, tension, exuberance and attention to your interior decor . Signs of the centuries and use is apparent as seen in the pictures has scratches rubbing and marks , some wear and oxidation tiny cracks over the decades of use, overall good condition , A great Center Piece on an executive Desk . A Versatile piece It goes in a styled Provençal provencial home and in a Spanish décor , or in a Farm part of a Rustic look , interior design on a side bed table . Mount as a Center Piece in an executive office . in a styled Provençal provencial home / a Spanish Italian décor , or in a Farm winery part of a Rustic look , interior design on a side bed table . This beautiful garniture on a desk a table or a console will add instant elegance . Alms or almsgiving involves giving to others as an act of Virtue, either materially or in the sense of providing capabilities free. It exists in a number of religions and regions. This beautiful plate was used at the church to collect donations and contributions. In design today it could hand on the wall as a piece of art on top of a semainier of cabinet, it could be placed on stand that sits on a console or table. The beautiful deep lines and carved shapes makes this piece unique and special. See the detailed pictures and compare with other pieces that are called 17th century to 19th century Alms, and you will see the huge difference between the Real period pieces and the style of the later alms. This piece is part of our collectible rare objects at la maison francaise. The word alms comes from the Greek word eleemosyne, which means "compassion or pity," and is itself from the word eleos, which means "mercy." If you think about German Baroque, you probably think about Johann Sebastian Bach and classical music. But the Baroque in Germany was a time for architecture as well; beautiful palaces and gorgeous churches that seemed almost unreal were built during that time. The Baroque is a period in history started in Italy after the Renaissance. It was a new artistic style defined by the abundant use of ornaments and the combination of different arts. It was first developed with the intention to exhibit the power of the Catholic Church to the Protestant groups. Baroque architecture started to develop in Germany in the 17th and 18th centuries. German Baroque took elements from both Italian and French Baroque architecture. Thus the shapes you see on this art piece. Show a great exuberance. They were meant to impress and show the power of either the church or the king, so they were highly ornamented. In terms of the plan layout for churches and cathedrals, we see an important change from the Renaissance with the introduction of new geometric shapes. The ellipse and the oval organized elements in the composition. This new geometry gave origin to undulations, concave and convex walls, and very dynamic spaces. The facades of churches were volumetric, with abundant elements coming in and out, also looking to create that sense of movement. Dimensions: Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Diameter: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)Length: 1.5 in (3.81 cm) If you want the metal base, you can have it, it’s about 3 Lbs. weight Weight of the Dish is 3.5 Lbs. before packing. Style: Baroque (Of the Period) Materials and Techniques: Metal Place of Origin: Germany Period: 17th Century Date of Manufacture: 1600s B.L.5/ P.DAFAA1194
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)Diameter: 15.25 in (38.74 cm)
  • Style:
    Baroque (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1600s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. as seen in the detailed pictures, you are welcome to view in person at la maison francaise antiques, by appointment only, thank you. Dents, losses, cracks etc as expected over centuries of use and elements.
  • Seller Location:
    West Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4400243372702

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