Silver Tray London 1821 By Philip Rundell

Large George IV silver tray with two handles in the shape of intertwined snakes, resting on four small feet shaped like shells. The rim is intricately chased in relief with motifs of grape leaves, grape clusters, shells, insects and small snails. The center of the tray is fully engraved with a double coat of arms surrounded by a rich naturalistic decor worked on a matte background, characterized by swirling leaves, flowers, and rocaille volutes, as well as allegorical figures evoking the aquatic theme, featuring Neptune and cherubs riding dolphins and seahorses. Of high execution quality, it bears the London hallmarks for 1821 as well as those of the master silversmith Philip Rundell (1746-1827).
Weight 9.100 gr.

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For a similar piece, with the same border embossed and chased with dense grapevine and insects, see the George IV silver salver of Philip Rundell 1820, from the Collection of Mary M. and Robert M. Montgomery Jr, vente Christie’s 8^th October 2020
Philip Rundell was a highly prosperous English jeweller, fine jewellery retailer and master jewellery makers' business proprietor, known for his association with royalty.