This is a wonderful antique English Victorian oval silver-plated twin handled tray, bearing the makers mark TB&S for the renowned silversmiths Thomas Waterhouse as well as the Victorian lozenge registration mark dated at 1870.
This splendid large tray features beautifully engraved floral and foliate decoration. The border and twin handles are embellished with high relief floral decoration.
The centre bears the interesting engraved Latin inscription "Confide Recte Agens" which translates as "doing rightly be confident", around a horse head emblem.
It is splendid and luxurious and will look fabulous on your sideboard with decanters and glasses.
The quality and craftsmanship throughout the piece are truly second to none.
Condition:
In excellent condition with clear makers marks and no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation.
Dimensions in cm:
Height 6 x Width 78 x Depth 48
Dimensions in inches:
Height 2 inches x Width 2 foot, 7 inches x Depth 1 foot, 7 inches
Our reference: A1655
