Gevaert - Scène religieuse/commémorative

Old photographic plaque on glass + Gevaert sleeve – Public ceremony with priest and flag – around 1900–1920
Description:
Ancient glass plate photograph (negative) from the early 20th century, accompanied by its Gevaert original sleeve.
The scene depicts a public ceremony around a monument, probably an inauguration or official commemoration. A clearly visible crowd is gathered, a priest wearing a stole at the center, as well as a flag bearer. A horse-drawn carriage is visible in the background, confirming a dating before the generalization of automobiles.
Presence of a religious building (church) in the background, suggesting a ceremony with both civil and religious character.
Type: glass photographic plate (negative)
Process: silver gelatin (dry plate)
Sleeve brand: Gevaert
Period: approximately 1900–1920
Origin: Europe (probably France or Belgium)
Condition:
Good overall condition for its age.
Signs of wear, small marks and slight alterations visible (see photos).
No breakage of the glass observed.
Authentic antique item, ideal for a collector of early photography or local history.
Interesting piece due to the richness of the scene and the historical context represented.
Sold as is, in accordance with the photos.