Beautiful example of nature in art form for use.
Details, Details, Details…………………..
Story……Bird going after the bee……………..
Victorian Silver plated Footed Dish with a Hand Painted “cone shape” Porcelain Vase.
Supported by detailed leaves as a holder.
Every aspect, bird, bumble bee, leaves and engraving is so well done with detail.
Glass Vase measurements: 2.25″ Diameter x 9″ Height.
Silver plate Leaf Dish measurements: 7″ Diameter x 7.5″ Height
Total High with Vase 12.5″.
Stamped on bottom with the Meriden Silver Co. Logo.
Wonderful condition, no cracks or chips on the vase or painting.
Wear commensurate with age and use.
Circa: 1870-1880
By: Meriden Silver Plate Co Meriden, Connecticut 1869 – 1898 .
One of the original companies to become part of the International Silver Company in 1898.
