Ornate Italian Figurative Gilt Tureen, c. 1900s

Ornate Italian Figurative Gilt Tureen, c. 1900s
Item #AKW17
$2,500.00
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SPECS
Italy 800, silversmith, and province markings Great condition as shown in photos, normal wear with age

Gorgeous Italian tureen set includes tureen, cover and tray composed of gold-gilded silver. Center tureen features a solid round base with two cast and chased animal figurine handles, a raised lid with a central heart shaped cast of two animal figurines above engraved leaves, and a round tray. Each piece is detailed with gadrooned bordering. Set is in excellent condition, circa 1900s.

Marks:  Underneath of the tureen and tray is marked '800' for the silver and '214 MI' for the silversmith and province (MI for Milan, Italy)

Dimensions:
Tray - Diam 9.25 in.
Tureen - Diam 5.25 in.; H 2.25 in. (4.25 in. tall with lid, L 7.5 in. - with handles)

Weight:  820 grams

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