Early Northern European Brass Spies from Canaan Alms Plate related_ar4752-56 1646-1723) of Willem Adriaan van

1646-1723) of Willem Adriaan van Nassau-Odijk (1632-1705) is part of the collection of Slot Zeist (Netherlands)

An antique French fireback

Italy | South Central Europe

Note: original lock and handle removed

Early Northern European Brass Spies from Canaan Alms Plate related_ar4752-56 1646-1723) of Willem Adriaan vanDETAILS Hand crafted with a rolled lip and extensive repousse and punchwork, this antique, 17th century Flemish or German alms charger depicts the New Testament biblical story of the Spies or Thieves from Canaan. It is further decorated by foliate details and an outer border of elongated ovals and small lozenges. Notice the original patina on the back of the piece. It is a wonderful addition to any brass collection and a decorative piece. The