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Pair of Antique Presentation Serving Dishes, Indian Silver Plate Bowl, Victorian
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Pair of Antique Presentation Serving Dishes, Indian Silver Plate Bowl, Victorian

19th century
Description

This is a pair of antique presentation serving dishes. An Indian, silver plated decorative bowl with relief detail and fish motif to centre, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.

Striking Indian serving bowls, rich in detail and character

Crafted in quality Indian silver plate, displaying a charming time-worn patina

Unmarked as such, but crafted in the Cutch repousse style

Each dish features a central medallion of three intertwined fish

Surrounded by a swirled petal motif, offering a captivating radial design

Fishing is a prominent industry in Kerala, Tamil and West Bengal

Interior enhanced with ornate chased detailing, adding depth and texture

Gently domed form with a shallow lip, ideal for presentation or decorative display

Lightly aged finish adds authenticity and vintage appeal

Well-suited for collector’s cabinets, sideboards, or ceremonial settings

A beautiful example of early Victorian Indian silverwork, these antique presentation dishes present with elegance, symbolism, and decorative charm. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 26cm (10.25'')

Max Depth: 26cm (10.25'')

Max Height: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Indian Silver Plate Dishes to the Victorian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
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SA1154964
Dealers Internal Reference
25508
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Description
This is a pair of antique presentation serving dishes.
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An Indian, silver plated decorative bowl with relief detail and fish motif to centre, dating to the early Victorian period, circa 1850.
London Fine Antiques

Striking Indian serving bowls, rich in detail and character

fig 1. A pair of shallow round silver-plated presentation dishes featuring intricate hand-chased concentric floral and geometric patterns.
fig 1. Pair of Antique Presentation Serving Dishes, Indian Silver Plate Bowl, Victorian

Crafted in quality Indian silver plate, displaying a charming time-worn patina

Unmarked as such, but crafted in the Cutch repousse style

Each dish features a central medallion of three intertwined fish

Surrounded by a swirled petal motif, offering a captivating radial design

fig 2. A pair of shallow round silver-plated presentation dishes featuring intricate hand-chased concentric floral and geometric patterns.
fig 2. Pair of Antique Presentation Serving Dishes, Indian Silver Plate Bowl, Victorian

Fishing is a prominent industry in Kerala, Tamil and West Bengal

Interior enhanced with ornate chased detailing, adding depth and texture

Gently domed form with a shallow lip, ideal for presentation or decorative display

fig 3. A pair of shallow round silver-plated presentation dishes featuring intricate hand-chased concentric floral and geometric patterns.
fig 3. Pair of Antique Presentation Serving Dishes, Indian Silver Plate Bowl, Victorian

Lightly aged finish adds authenticity and vintage appeal

Well-suited for collector’s cabinets, sideboards, or ceremonial settings

A beautiful example of early Victorian Indian silverwork, these antique presentation dishes present with elegance, symbolism, and decorative charm. Delivered ready for the home.

Dimensions:

Max Width: 26cm (10.25'')

Max Depth: 26cm (10.25'')

Max Height: 6.5cm (2.5'')

Date of Manufacture

London Fine Antiques has dated these Indian Silver Plate Dishes to the Victorian era.

Height
6.5cm (2.56")
Width
26cm (10.24")
Depth
26cm (10.24")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1154964
Dealers Internal Ref
25508
London Fine Antiques
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Pair of Antique Presentation Serving Dishes, Indian Silver Plate Bowl, Victorian

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A pair of shallow round silver-plated presentation dishes featuring intricate hand-chased concentric floral and geometric patterns.
Pair of Antique Presentation Serving Dishes, Indian Silver Plate Bowl, Victorian
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  • ObjectServing Dishes
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialSilver Plate
  • ColourSilver
  • MotifsRepousse chasing, Swirling central medallion, Concentric geometric borders
  • SizeH 6.5 cm (3 in) x W 26 cm (10 in) x D 26 cm (10 in)

This pair of early Victorian presentation serving dishes is made from Indian silver plate with a lustrous silver colour. Each bowl follows an Anglo-Indian style, displaying a gently domed round form with a shallow lip, a time-worn patina with light aging, and a reflective surface that casts distinct shadows on a flat black surface below. The detailed exterior rim contrasts with the ornate chased decoration inside. The surface ornamentation includes concentric geometric borders, delicate floral patterns, a swirling central medallion, and a distinct fish motif at the centre. Measuring 6.5 cm high, 26 cm wide, and 26 cm deep, these bowls are well suited for display on a sideboard top or within a collector's cabinet in a traditional or modern interior setting.

FAQs

Anglo-Indian silver metalwork emerged during the nineteenth century, combining traditional Indian artisanal chasing and repousse techniques with European Victorian functional forms. These pieces often feature elaborate floral, scroll, or geometric motifs crafted for ceremonial, presentation, or domestic use.

These items typically consist of a base metal alloy, such as brass or nickel silver, coated with a thin layer of fine silver through electroplating. The intricate decoration was executed by hand using chasing hammers and punches before or after plating.

Authentic pieces generally exhibit detailed hand-chased or repousse surface decoration with minor variations inherent to handcrafting. Look for base metal showing through areas of wear, along with characteristic regional patterns like floral arabesques or central medallion swirls.

These decorative dishes serve well on a sideboard top, console table, or coffee table as catches for small trinkets, or displayed on stands inside a glazed cabinet. Their detailed surface patterning provides tactile contrast against minimalist surfaces.

Clean silver plated metal gently using a soft, lint-free cloth and a specialised mild silver polish applied sparingly. Avoid abrasive cleansers, harsh chemicals, or dishwashers, as these can strip the delicate silver plating and expose the underlying base metal.
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