Frame - .833 silver - Virgin and Child
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Portuguese hallmarked silver devotional frame in 833/1000 silver, 10 × 6 cm, 35.8 g, dating 1850–1900, with a central oval repoussé Virgin and Child plaque and a second engraved 'Souvenir' plaque mounted on a black wooden backing with the original easel stand.
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Portuguese Hallmarked Silver Devotional Frame (1887–1937) – Virgin and Child
Portugal assay mark (1887-1937), 833/000, and same date marker's mark.
The central oval plaque is finely executed in repoussé silver and depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, surrounded by angels, clouds and a radiant halo. Below is a second silver plaque engraved "Souvenir", also bearing Portuguese silver hallmarks.
The silver plaques are mounted on a black wooden backing within a silver-mounted frame, retaining its original easel stand for tabletop display.
A charming example of Portuguese devotional silverwork from the late 19th to early 20th century, combining religious significance with decorative appeal.
Condition
Good antique condition, with light wear, minor scratches and a natural patina consistent with age and use. The easel stand is original and fully functional. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Weight: 35.8g
Dimension: 10x6.0cm
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Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Portuguese Hallmarked Silver Devotional Frame (1887–1937) – Virgin and Child
Portugal assay mark (1887-1937), 833/000, and same date marker's mark.
The central oval plaque is finely executed in repoussé silver and depicts the Virgin Mary holding the Christ Child, surrounded by angels, clouds and a radiant halo. Below is a second silver plaque engraved "Souvenir", also bearing Portuguese silver hallmarks.
The silver plaques are mounted on a black wooden backing within a silver-mounted frame, retaining its original easel stand for tabletop display.
A charming example of Portuguese devotional silverwork from the late 19th to early 20th century, combining religious significance with decorative appeal.
Condition
Good antique condition, with light wear, minor scratches and a natural patina consistent with age and use. The easel stand is original and fully functional. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they form an integral part of the description.
Weight: 35.8g
Dimension: 10x6.0cm
Sent via UPS with treackig number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
35.8 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Title additional information
Virgin and Child
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
External height
10 cm
External width
6 cm
Internal height
0 cm
Internal width
0 cm
Depth
0 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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