32 - ENGLAND, London, first half of the 18th century

ENGLAND, London, first half of the 18th century Small poly-lobed silver tray (925 / min. 800) with a scalloped rim accented by opposing, cut-out scrolls; the center is engraved with a coat of arms in a rocaille cartouche, within an embossed, repoussé border decorated with shells and scale-like lines, and resting on three stylized dolphin feet. Silversmith’s mark: I.I. beneath a crown. Hallmarks featuring a passing lion, a crowned leopard’s head, and the date [C], presumed to be 1738–1739. Exempt from hallmarking as the piece predates 1838 (Art. 524bis of the CGI, paragraph a). Weight: 327 g. - Diameter: 17 cm. Coat of arms heavily worn, scratches and a few dents, two legs warped (need to be straightened), old restorations and solder marks on the reverse.