Sculpture, Low-relief plaque - Susanna and the Elders - Voorschoten - 17 cm - Metal

Antique Dutch cast metal low-relief plaque (plaquette) mounted on a sheet metal backing plate with folded corner tabs and a wire loop for wall hanging.

Subject & Iconography:
Depicts the Biblical allegorical scene of "Susanna and the Elders" (Susanna en de Ouderlingen) with three figures in relief.

Inscriptions around the border:
- Top: "Virtus minimi facit"
- Left: "Voluptatem"
- Right: "Proculo FK"
- Bottom: "Voerschoten" (archaic regional Dutch spelling of Voorschoten, Netherlands)

The Latin motto "Virtus minimi facit voluptatem" translates to "Virtue holds pleasure in the least regard", reinforcing the moral theme of chastity and virtue.

Dimensions & Details:
- Plaque dimensions: approx. 10.6 cm x 6.8 cm
- Overall dimensions with backing plate: 17 cm x 12.5 cm x 1.5 cm
- Period: 19th Century Historicist / Neo-Renaissance (or potentially earlier 18th-century regional cast)
- Condition: Fair/good antique condition, displaying a rich dark patina, natural surface wear, light oxidation on the rear iron backing plate, and subtle trace highlights. Complete with original metal tabs and hanging loop.

Shipping method: Carefully packed, tracked, and insured package.