Bronze holy water bucket with enamelled plaques, 17th / 18th centuries

A bronze holy water bucket decorated with enamelled plaques.

Venetian, 17th / 18th century.

Measures 17 x 17 x 10cm.

The enamelled copper plaques depict stylised flowers, a Doge, a coat of arms and the lion of St Mark which represents Venice. The bronze body of the bucket is deeply engraved foliate swags and scrolls.

There is a historic repair to one side of the handle. There are some minor damages to the enamel.