Large Centerpiece / Tray / Table Center. Solid Silver & Glass, Rocaille! Late 19th Century

Superb centerpiece, or tray, rocaille! This is most likely a work from the end of the 19th century.

The tray is made of glass, it has a superb scalloped shape typical of the rocaille spirit. The glass bottom is molded with large swirling gadroons, forming a radiant pattern responding to the curves of the general shape.

The outline is enhanced by a superb and large solid silver mount, also typical of rocaille, with a "second skin" formed of waves that covers the edge and seems to flow towards the glass bottom. Curved and counter-curved patterns sporadically animate this mount.

The shape of the tray is intelligently thought out because despite its random appearance, the side lobes form very good grips and ensure a good hold in the hand.

The mount is hallmarked with the Minerva 1st title from before 1973 for 950/°° silver. I did not find a goldsmith's hallmark.

This is a superb piece, heavy with a quality mount, a true homage to the rocaille style with its shape, its swirling pattern and its superb solid silver mount.

36 x 29 cm
3.7 cm high

1.644 kg

Very good condition. Scratches from use, especially on the bottom of the glass.

Hand delivery in Paris or insured Colissimo shipping.

France: €25
Europe: €35
World: €75