Exceptional design in a highly useful serving piece for the dining table, consisting of a base tray and reversible lid, manufactured by the prestigious Spanish firm Alpadur/ Pedro Durán. It stands out for its ingenious functional design that allows the handle to be removed using a screw system, transforming the lid into a second, independent serving tray. The same system was used long ago in very similar products by the French silversmith Christofle. -Origin: Spain -Designer/Manufacturer: Alpadur -Style: Neoclassical Revival -Period: First half of the 20th century (ca. 1930-1950) -Ornamentation: Design of undulating lines with lobed edges and a raised perimeter molding. The handle features rich decoration of scrolls and Rococo-style plant motifs. -Material: Silver-plated alpaca (known as German Silver or Maillechort in France). -Technique: Stamped and cast with a high-gloss mirror-polished finish. Mark: Engraved on the edge of the base tray with the "ALPADUR" mark next to the maker's mark. Dimensions: *Base tray: 26.5 cm x 19.5 cm x 3.5 cm. *Lid/Second tray: 25.2 cm x 18 cm. *Total height (with handle): 13 cm. *Handle: 7.4 cm wide. Condition: Excellent condition. Maintains a bright, uniform shine; no dents or loss of silvering. The lid's locking mechanism works perfectly. Use and Versatility: A very useful 2-in-1 piece. It can be used as a closed vegetable dish to keep food warm or, by removing the handle, as a set of two coordinated trays for serving appetizers, meats or pastries, or simply as a sculptural decorative piece on a sideboard or formal dining table. Registered shipping with tracking number and/or insurance