DESCRIPTION: A gilt bronze religious Catholic plaque. Features an embossed rendering of the birth of Christ with the Virgin Mary and Joseph surrounding Jesus, backed by an array of figures onlooking the scene. Signed:"E. Manfrini" on the bottom right, an Italian artist whose works are on display at the Vatican in Rome. Includes an olive green case that opens to reveal the plaque, surrounded by olive green velvet.
PROVENANCE: Acquired from the estate of Rev. John J. Mericantante. For a further information and biography: follow the following link : https://www.akibaantiques.com/blog/2016/11/rev-john-j-mericantante/
CIRCA: 20th Ct.
ORIGIN: Italy
DIMENSIONS: (Plaque) H:2.25" L:3.15" (Case) H:4.5" L:5.25"
CONDITION: Great condition. See lot description for details on item condition. More detailed condition requests can be obtained via email (info@akibaantiques.com) or SMS (305) 333-4134. Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Akiba Antiques shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.