Cream bowl (6) - .833 silver
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Six-piece set of shell-shaped Portuguese silver dishes by Leitão & Irmão, 833/1000 (.833) silver, 13 × 10 cm each, total weight 485 g, dating from 1850–1900 with assay mark 1887–1937, suitable as salt cellars, nut or bonbon dishes or decorative objects, in good used condition with light patina.
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Elegant set of six Portuguese silver shell-shaped dishes, crafted by the prestigious Lisbon silversmith Leitão & Irmão, purveyors to the Portuguese royal family.
Portugal assay mark (1887-1937), 833/000, and same date marker's mark, Leitão&Irmão.
Each dish is finely shaped as a scallop shell, with delicately embossed edges and a small curled crest at the top, showcasing the refined workmanship typical of Leitão & Irmão’s creations. The smooth interior and detailed rim highlight the natural beauty of silver and the elegance of mid-century design.
These versatile pieces can be used as salt cellars, nut or bonbon dishes, or decorative objects. The set has been very well preserved, retaining a beautiful shine and light patina.
Weight: 485g
Dimension: 13x10cm
Good condition
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Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Elegant set of six Portuguese silver shell-shaped dishes, crafted by the prestigious Lisbon silversmith Leitão & Irmão, purveyors to the Portuguese royal family.
Portugal assay mark (1887-1937), 833/000, and same date marker's mark, Leitão&Irmão.
Each dish is finely shaped as a scallop shell, with delicately embossed edges and a small curled crest at the top, showcasing the refined workmanship typical of Leitão & Irmão’s creations. The smooth interior and detailed rim highlight the natural beauty of silver and the elegance of mid-century design.
These versatile pieces can be used as salt cellars, nut or bonbon dishes, or decorative objects. The set has been very well preserved, retaining a beautiful shine and light patina.
Weight: 485g
Dimension: 13x10cm
Good condition
Sent via UPS with tracking number
Seller's Story
We are 75 years in the Antiques Market and the passion is the same of the first day.
We are passionate on our business.
And the clients are our biggest TREASURE in all this time.
Details
Era
1400-1900
Gross weight
485 g
Silver type
.833 silver
Number of objects
6
Country of origin
Portugal
Material
Silver
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of ageing
Height
0 cm
Width
13 cm
Depth
10 cm
Estimated period
1850-1900
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