A BRITISH SILVER SERVING TRAY AND CRYSTAL HORS D'OEUVRE FIVE-PIECE SET, ERICH KELLERMAN, 19TH CENTURY

comprising:
a) of oblong oval form with lifted rim forming two demi-lune handles, with a continuous motif of a foliate vine, around the rim, marked with maker's mark and duty mark on frontside of handle; dimensions: 35 x 56 cm (13 3/4 x 22 in.); total weight: 1.2 kg (38.6 ozt)
b) the centered dish of rounded form with cut crystal in a triangular motif, with a silver foliate scrolled band; overall height: 6.35 cm (2 1/2 in.); diameter: 8.89 cm (3 1/2 in.)
c) the outer dishes formed as a winged shape, the cut crystal in a geometrical motif with a linear motif on the verso, dishes can be moved and removed from the center dish, when pushed together the overall set is of oblong oval form; overall height: 4.45 cm (1 3/4 in.); dimensions: 24 x 11 cm (9 1/2 x 4 3/8 in.)

CONDITION
The silver tray appears in age-appropriate condition, overall light surface scratches and scuffs, would benefit from a polish. Centered discoloration in a formation of a ring. Otherwise on significant issues to report. The crystal set appears in age-appropriate condition. Minor surface scratches to the crystal, two minor sealed chips in two of the winged dishes visible to the naked eye. Visible pink residue to the exterior of one of the dishes visible to the naked eye. Tarnish to the silver band on the center dish, would benefit from a polish. Otherwise no other issues to report.

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