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Solid silver chalice, partially gilded (vermeil), with richly decorated, finely hammered and embossed foliage and flowers.
The rim has a wavy edge surrounded by a stylized frieze, and the base of the body is decorated with a Greek fret frieze. The foot is slightly flared and decorated with foliage. The interior is entirely gilded.
Anglo-Indian or Chinese work for export (export silver).
Provenance: Christie's sale on September 15, 2005, in London – South Kensington. Sale reference 5564.
Height: 11.4 cm. Diameter at the neck: 6.5 cm. Diameter at the base: 5.3 cm.
Weight: 114 grams.
Ref: VTK6TPU1O1