"Offering Box Child Beggar Painted Plaster Jesus Church Room Late 19th Century"
Painted plaster offering box, called Jesus or the Begging Angel, depicting a kneeling and praying Black child. The head is animated (moves as soon as a coin is inserted), with the inscription "A little penny Jesus will pay you back." Late 19th-early 20th century.
This box is in good overall condition, in its original condition.
Note: some minor damage and wear to the polychrome in places, signs of age. Take a close look at the photos.
Height: 16 cm
Base: 8.5 cm x 6 cm
Reference: D10 112