A silver holy water font, a religious vessel used in Catholic and Christian practices for holding holy water. It features an intricately detailed design, with a prominent cross at the top. The body of the font is ornately decorated with embossed floral and scroll patterns in a Baroque or Rococo style, suggesting it could be from the 18th or 19th century. The central relief depicts a scene of the Descent from the Cross, showing figures lowering Jesus Christs body from the crucifix, with additional figures witnessing the event. The basin itself is elaborately engraved with intricate patterns, further enhancing its ornate appearance. Holy water fonts like this are typically mounted on walls, often near church entrances, for the faithful to dip their fingers and make the sign of the cross. Christian Religious Silver Items and Collectibles.