Sterling Silver Galleried Drinks Tray - Antique Victorian (1879)

This exceptional antique sterling silver drinks tray has a plain oval form.

The surface of this Victorian silver tray is plain and unembellished.

The deep galleried border of this tray is embellished with an impressive pierced and applied laurel / bay leaf decoration, incorporating two shaped oval inset handles.

Each handpiece is encompassed with a branch decorated border, ornamented with details replicating the wood's naturalistic texture.

This sterling silver tray is further embellished with an applied bead decorated border to the rim.

Date: 1879

This antique silver tray is an exceptional gauge of silver, exceptional quality and in exceptional condition.

The pierced and applied decoration is very sharp.

Full hallmarks struck to the underside of the tray are all very clear.

Reflections in photographs may detract from the true representation of this Victorian silver tray.

Length across handles 22.6cm/8.9"

Width 15cm/5.9"

Length of surface 15.3cm/6"

Width of surface 11cm/4.3"

Height 2.9cm/1.1"

7.2 troy ounces/224g