This appears to be a Russian-themed devotional plaque or shallow dish in a silvery white metal, likely a mid-20th-century folk or souvenir object. The central haloed figure and attendant figures suggest an iconographic subject, but the execution is simple and the metal appears more like pewter or silver-colored alloy than fine silver. The caption on the image mentions Istanbul and a gift, but that provenance is unverified. Based on the photos, a conservative auction range would be about $50 to $150 if genuine as a period decorative object, and lower if later souvenir production.
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Item Report
Russian White Metal Religious Plaque or Dish
By:Unknown
Style:Russian folk / devotional, possibly souvenir or revival piece
Origin:Russia or Eastern Europe
Materials:White metal or silver-colored alloy, possibly pewter or silver-plated metal
Age:Mid-20th century, possibly later
Condition:Good (visible surface wear, minor spotting, not officially graded)
Maker's Marks / Writing:Caption text visible: “Russe ancien. Cadeau de ruses blancs Istanbul”
Date:2026-05-10 18:03:53.298542
Description:
Circular repoussé-style plaque or shallow dish in a silvery white metal, decorated with a central standing haloed figure and two smaller attendant figures. The raised, naive carving and decorative border suggest a devotional or folk-art object rather than a fine precious-metal work.
Curator Questions
Curated by Jade
Assessment:
This appears to be a decorative Russian-themed religious or folk plaque/dish, likely made as a souvenir or presentation piece. The surface, simplistic figures, and ambiguous metal content do not support a high-value antique attribution from the photos alone.
Individual Images:
whole plaque front view
Provenance:
User note states it was a gift and references Istanbul; unverified from provided photos.
Condition:
Good (visible surface wear, minor spotting, not officially graded)
Identification Score: 68%
The icon-like central figure, halo motifs, and Russian-language caption point to a Russian devotional or folk object, but the exact function and date remain uncertain from one view.
Authenticity Score: 35%
The piece shows stylized, relatively crude execution and an unclear alloy surface, which is more consistent with a later decorative or souvenir item than an old precious-metal religious work.
Image Memory Note
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Keywords
Russian, white metal, religious plaque, devotional art, folk art, souvenir, Russia
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