Verzilverde hostiekelk (ciborie) op de Tentoonstelling van oudheden in Delft before 1863

This photograph by A.L. Oversluijs, taken before 1863, depicts a silver ciborium, a vessel used in Catholic ceremonies to hold the consecrated host. The ciborium, showcased at the Delft Antiquities Exhibition, displays intricate details, including a circular base with a depiction of a cross and a wide cup with an elaborate stem. This photograph offers a glimpse into the artistry and craftsmanship of religious objects in 19th-century Delft.