Large offering tray 62 cm in diameter in embossed brass. Bourgeois scene titled '' the rendezvous ''. Street scene in front of the '' au bon pan '' sign. An offering tray is a dish that can be made of brass or precious materials such as gold, sometimes finely decorated or engraved, and which has multiple uses. Originally used to receive bread offerings from the faithful during Christian religious ceremonies. Today used in decoration (suspension ring on the back). Late 19th century. In good condition.
Large offering tray 62 cm in diameter in embossed brass. Bourgeois scene titled '' the rendezvous ''. Street scene in front of the '' au bon pan '' sign. An offering tray is a dish that can be made of brass or precious materials such as gold, sometimes finely decorated or engraved, and which has multiple uses. Originally used to receive bread offerings from the faithful during Christian religious ceremonies. Today used in decoration (suspension ring on the back). Late 19th century. In good condition.