This magnificent, fine and impressive antique George III English sterling silver salver has a triangular-shaped form onto three cast feet.
The surface of this silver salver is embellished with an exceptional hunting scene depicting dogs/hounds attacking a fox, all amidst an forestry terrain background.
The cast borders are ornamented with interlacing fruiting vine decoration incorporating foliate and grape cluster designs, in addition to central fantastical bird designs.
The salver is supported by three impressive cast silver feet, modelled in the form of birds, conjoined at each corner.
This exceptional and rare decorative silver salver was crafted by the renowned London silversmith Edward Farrell; this smallworker silversmith is known for creating exceptionally detailed and high quality pieces.
Such decorative examples in this superior quality are rare to the market; this salver is the finest of its type you could hope to acquire.
Historically, a silver salver of this ornate and unusual triangular form served a ceremonial or display role rather than a functional one. Likely used to hold visiting cards, mark a presentation or signal status, it exemplifies craftsmanship as a symbol of prestige.
Date: 1816
