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An Art Nouveau footed salver

Estimate €420–620

Description

Portuguese silver (833/000)

Circular foot, salver with repoussé and chiselled decoration of foliate scrolls, flowers and leaves on a textured ground.

Porto hallmark in use from 1887 to 1937, goldsmith's mark of António Monteiro de Matos (1930-1984).

(signs of use)

W.: 25cm

376 g

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