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Large silver plated charger with mythological and battle scenes

Creator: Elkington & Co.
Offered by: Mayfair Gallery

Description
Large silver plated charger with mythological and battle scenes
English, 19th Century
Height 4cm, diameter 68cm

This silver plated charger depicts scenes of battle between humans and mythical creatures which surround the plain central medallion. Executed in low-relief, knights and mermaids as well as centaurs and snakes are depicted alongside each other in a design where the borders between reality and fantasy are becoming blurred. Acanthus leaf pattern links the individual stories adorning various parts of the charger.

The broad border is too cast in low-relief and is decorated with further acanthus leaf pattern. Among the foliage are four framed profile busts in high-relief. Ropework border frames the beautifully made designs.

Artist/ Maker: Elkington & Co

More Information

Documentation:	Documented elsewhere (similar item)
Origin:	England
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Silver plate.
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Dealer Reference #:	8035b
Incollect Reference #:	649401

Dimensions

H.	1.57 in;	Diam.	26.77 in;
H.	4 cm;	Diam.	68 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.