Framed Brass Devotional Plate Inscribed "God Is My Savior & Help". Circular brass devotional plate mounted within a rectangular wooden frame. The plate is finely engraved and chased, centered with a figural scene depicting a reclining lion rendered in low relief, surrounded by a circular band of Hebrew inscription ("God is my savior and my help"). The outer field includes small vegetal motifs and engraved accents, with the inscription cut directly into the metal, showing hand-tooled character and irregularity consistent with traditional craftsmanship.
The brass surface displays a warm, aged patina with scattered oxidation, surface abrasions, and residue consistent with long-term handling and display. The plate is inset into a dark-stained wooden backing board, with visible adhesive residue and minor staining around the metal edge. The reverse retains a hanging wire and a conservation label from The Chicago Conservation Center, dated October 9, 2018, noting professional mounting and preservation treatment.
Overall condition shows wear commensurate with age and devotional use, with stable presentation suitable for wall display.
Estimated Value $200 - 300
Judaica
