Antique Spanish Colonial Silver Limosnero, Alms Box

This is a wonderful silver Limosnero, or alms collection bowl from South America. The limosnero, also referred to as a "demanda", is carried by monks and nuns in religious processions by the handle to collect charitable money from the participants. This limosnero bears the cast image of the Santo Niño, or Christ Child. The silver is high content (although I have spot cleaned the limosnero it could be further polished if the new owner desired) and beautifully formed with detailing throughout. The alms or charity bowl is in wonderful condition making this a rare and beautiful treasure of Spanish Colonial art in the new world.

Measurements: 4 " high (approx. 10.1 cm); 90.72 grams

#22976
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