Salver - .835 silver - Art Deco

Portuguese solid silver dish
Portuguese contrast mark, 19th century, 800/000, and corresponding date mark.

Offered at auction, an elegant Portuguese solid silver dish from the 19th century, beautifully decorated with a combination of engraved motifs and relief floral ornaments. The design features radiating petal-shaped segments, each engraved with a stylized foliate pattern, framed by finely molded roses and buds along the outer edge.

This kind of craftsmanship is characteristic of 19th-century Portuguese silversmithing, known for its rich ornamental details and the harmonious balance between engraving and relief work.

The dish has a slightly concave center, making it suitable both as a decorative piece and as a small serving dish.

Details:
• Origin: Portugal
• Period: 19th century
• Material: Portuguese silver
• Decoration: Engraved foliate motifs and floral edge
• Condition: Very good condition, with slight wear and patina appropriate to age
Dimensions: 10 cm
Weight: 23 g