Hand raised and finished from a medium-high grade silver/copper alloy - silver purity approx. 0.800 The bowl is of rounded appearance and incorporates a rolled and swaged rim, creating a rigid form. The surface is finished with chased and embossed decoration. Lozenge type panels contain standing elephants. Bands of foliate scrollwork are positioned above and below the decorative lozenges. The base is incised with a short inscription. Height - 2 15/16" (74mm), max diameter - 5 1/8" (130mm). Weight - 4.56oz Troy, (141.7 grams). Condition: Very Good. No dents or cracks. No repair work. Natural colour and patina. Internal Ref: S1023
An Inscribed Burmese Silver Bowl, Elephant Embellishments: c. 1900.
Price
£285
| $373 USD | €340 EUR
Item Ref
S1023
Description
Hand raised and finished from a medium-high grade silver/copper alloy - silver purity approx. 0.800 The bowl is of rounded appearance and incorporates a rolled and swaged rim, creating a rigid form. The surface is finished with chased and embossed decoration. Lozenge type panels contain standing elephants. Bands of foliate scrollwork are positioned above and below the decorative lozenges. The base is incised with a short inscription. Height - 2 15/16" (74mm), max diameter - 5 1/8" (130mm). Weight - 4.56oz Troy, (141.7 grams). Condition: Very Good. No dents or cracks. No repair work. Natural colour and patina. Internal Ref: S1023