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Antique Victorian Sterling Silver Tray by Barnard Sons

$10,851.47
£7,950
€9,352.88
CA$15,110.13
A$16,237.42
CHF 8,712.32
MX$191,266.93
NOK 109,547.76
SEK 100,071.18
DKK 69,899.75

About the Item

An exceptional, fine and impressive antique Victorian English sterling silver tray with handles - boxed; an addition to our collection of silver serving trays. This exceptional antique Victorian sterling silver tray has an oval form. The surface of this Victorian silver tray is encompassed with exceptional bright cut engraved opposing leaf designs encasing stellate motifs, to a concentric band of floral and foliate swags. The surface incorporates a bright cut engraved interlacing bordered oval cartouche to the centre, ornamented with the contemporary engraved inscription 'Presented to the Hon C. C. Bowen, By his Fellow Colonists on his retirement , from the office of Resident Magistrate of Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand, 1875'. This exceptional inscription incorporates the crest of a falcon close, belled; this pertains to the family name Bowen. The raised rounded border of the tray is encircled with fine and impressive applied bead decoration to the rim. This exceptional example of Victorian silverware is fitted with a fine and impressive pair of cast sterling silver handles ornamented with scrolling leaf and bead decoration. This desirable medium sized tray is fitted with exceptional Regency style cast silver paw feet, accented with floral rosettes to the bracket. The tray is fitted to the original hinged boxed wood case; this is a fine and beneficial feature for the safe keeping of the tray. This exceptional and versatile Victorian silver tray was crafted by the renowned silversmiths John, Edward, Walter John Barnard (Barnard &; Sons Ltd). This medium sterling silver tray with handles is a distinguished gift for weddings, anniversaries, housewarmings or to mark notable achievements. Elegant and versatile, it serves beautifully for entertaining, as a dining centrepiece or as part of a curated display. Condition This antique silver serving tray is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional presentation condition. The cast and applied decoration is very sharp and the bright cut engraved decoration is very crisp. The original box bears wear to the exterior and substantial wear to the exterior; the piece can be sold without the box upon request. Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the tray are all very clear; the hallmarks are struck deeply due to the exceptional gauge of silver. Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this piece of Victorian silverware. Dimensions Length 55.2cm/21.73' Width 35.2cm/13.86' Length of surface 41.2cm/16.22' Width of surface 31cm/12.2' Height 5.9cm/2.32' Weight 61.0 troy ounces/1897.3g Date: 1870 Maker: Barnard Sons Ltd (John, Edward, Walter John) Origin: London, England SKU: C9456
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.32 in (5.9 cm)Width: 13.86 in (35.21 cm)Depth: 21.73 in (55.2 cm)
  • Style:
    Victorian (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1870
  • Condition:
    Please see description.
  • Seller Location:
    Jesmond, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: C94561stDibs: LU1200246953752

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