An early 19th century unmarked South American silver two-handled tureen and cover
second quarter of 19th century
Lobed ovoid form and raised on four short scroll feet capped with lion-mask, the naive gadroon border fixed with rivets, the separate domed cover with detachable scroll and leaf finial, height 23cm, length 28cm, weight 45.38oz.
Sold for £1,187 inc. premium

Footnotes

  • For a similar example see "Plateria Del Peru Virreinal 1535 - 1825" by Cristina Esteras Martin, page 271 plate number 93, published 1997.

Category: Decorative Arts / Silver


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