Victorian Monteith Bowl in Sterling Silver. English 19th Century.

Large upright bowl standing on a round base with carved stylized design to the edge. Large oval cartouche at the center between two lion's head handles at each side. Cartouche surrounded on top and sides by filigreed design, with snake skin type of design between the filigree and the cartouche.

Scrolling to the upper edge of the detachable piece, decorated with cherub faces with stylized foliate design below. Lion heads at each side of the bowl, with handle suspended from the sides of the mouth, and filigree design below the chin. Chased designs below the lion heads, near the top of the bowl's rim, and near the edges of the detachable piece. Made by D and J Welby, properly marked with English markings.

Measures 11 3/4€ high, diameter of 14 1/2€. Weighs 3,842 grams, or 123 ½ troy ounces. Cartouche has a few small dings.

Flat rate domestic US shipping is available for this item for $55 insured.

*Price: $18,000.00*