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Set of 24 silver underplates

Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Set of 24 silver underplates

Continental, 20th Century

Height 1.5cm, diameter 30cm

This very refined set of twenty-four underplates (also called charger plates) was crafted in the 20th century. Entirely made from silver, this set would make a very elegant addition to one’s table setting.

Each underplate is of a pared-down design, the piece acting as a ‘canvas’ for what is to be placed on top of it. The edges are wonderfully beaded, adding a subtle design feature. Plates holding all courses are to be placed on them, their large size ensuring all dishes will be elegantly displayed.

Charger plates were first introduced in the medieval times. Their function is to prevent food staining the tablecloth, to retain the heat of the food placed on top of them as well as to protect the table from heat damage.

The underplates are marked ‘N900’ and together weigh approximately 12,708 grammes.

Their elegant design would make a superb addition to one’s formal dinner setting.

Artist/Maker: N/A

Materials: Silver

Ref: 17550

$27,500

More Information

Period:	1920-1949
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	17550
Incollect Reference #:	703117

Dimensions

H.	0.59 in;	Diam.	11.81 in;
H.	1.5 cm;	Diam.	30 cm;

Message from Seller:

Mayfair Gallery is a leading gallery in the field of art and antiques, holding a large collection of unique pieces for sale. The breadth of the gallery’s collection is wide, and includes items from a range of periods, styles and geographical origins, as well as works by famous artists and craftsmen. The main focus of the gallery’s collection is, however, on items produced during the 19th and early 20th century.