Plate - Tin

Rare 17th/18th-century tin display plaque with family crest and master mark – ca. 1700 (24.2 cm)
Specifications
Object: Tin plate / display plaque / relief plaque
Period: Ca. 1680 – 1720 (Baroque)
Origin: Northwestern Europe (Low Countries / Germany)
Technique: Cast and raised tin (repoussé/embossed), finished with punchwork
Diameter: 24.2 cm
Weight: 587 grams
Condition: Good antique condition with attractive patina
Description
You are bidding on an early, characterful antique tin display plaque, richly decorated in raised-relief technique (embossed / repoussé).
Heraldic depiction:
The recessed center (the mirror) shows an impressive heraldic family coat of arms, rendered in striking relief from back to front:
A shield with a armored arm bearing an raised sword, resting above a wavy/crenellated shield foot.
A tournament helm topped with an aristocratic crown and crowned with an open plume (eagle wings).
Richly curled Baroque acanthus mantling on both sides.
Edge & Inscription:
The rim features an authentically punched arc border with dot engraving. At the top are contemporary owner initials VNP struck or engraved.
Markings:
On the reverse, in the base, there is a cast/foundry mark with a figure
Condition:
For a utilitarian object over 300 years old, the plaque is in a very attractive, original state. It shows light age-related signs of wear, minor scratches, and a natural, dark gray tin patina that underscores its historical character. No major dents or cracks; the relief remains sharp and clearly visible.