lot/a 19th century indian solid silver cobra handled sugar bowl madras c 1890 FstMajd 632507197 / For sale

lot/a 19th century indian solid silver cobra handled sugar bowl madras c 1890 FstMajd 632507197

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lot/a 19th century indian solid silver cobra handled sugar bowl madras c 1890 FstMajd 632507197

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A 19TH CENTURY INDIAN SOLID SILVER COBRA HANDLED SUGAR BOWL, MADRAS C. 1890

A 19TH CENTURY INDIAN SOLID SILVER COBRA HANDLED SUGAR BOWL, MADRAS C. 1890Antique late-19th Century Indian (Madras) solid silver double handled very large sugar bowl, beautifully decorated with a repoussé frieze depicting a ceremonial procession in honour of the Hindu god Ganesh, set against a finely matted background. The shoulder of the cup is embellished with an elegant floral border, while the twin handles are expertly modelled as Indian cobras (Naja naja), a distinctive and highly decorative feature. Hallmarked to the base with a French swan silver import mark. A 19TH CENTURY INDIAN SOLID SILVER COBRA HANDLED SUGAR BOWL, MADRAS C. 1890Antique late-19th Century Indian (Madras) solid silver double handled very large sugar bowl, beautifully decorated with a repoussé frieze depicting a ceremonial procession in honour of the Hindu god Ganesh, set against a finely matted background. The shoulder of the cup is embellished with an elegant floral border, while the twin handles are expertly modelled as Indian cobras (Naja naja), a distinctive and highly decorative feature. Hallmarked to the base with a French swan silver import mark. Height: 13 cm // 5.12 inchesWidth: 25 cm // 9.84 inchesDepth: 14 cm // 5.51 inchesWeight: 820 g Height: 13 cm // 5.12 inchesWidth: 25 cm // 9.84 inchesDepth: 14 cm // 5.51 inchesWeight: 820 g Height: 13 cm // 5.12 inchesWidth: 25 cm // 9.84 inchesDepth: 14 cm // 5.51 inchesWeight: 820 g Height: 13 cm // 5.12 inchesWidth: 25 cm // 9.84 inchesDepth: 14 cm // 5.51 inchesWeight: 820 g Good condition overall. Footnote: Originating from Madras (now Chennai), this piece is an excellent example of the city's renowned silverwork. During the colonial period, Indian silver was produced in several regional centres, each developing its own distinctive techniques. This style is typically from Madras and is often made by the famous firm P. Orr & Sons (the most important silversmith firm in Colonial South India, reputed to be the largest and best appointed establishment of the kind in India. The firm was founded in 1848 by Peter Orr, a watchmaker originally from Edinburgh. It became famous as P. Orr & Sons in 1863. Maharaja Gaekwar of Baroda, Maharaja Holkar and Maharaja of Cohin commissioned impressive silver pieces presented to the Prince of Wales during his visit to India (1875-76). The firm is particularly known for its "swami silver", depicting Hindu deities. P Orr & Sons also produced impressive silver pieces in the Victorian style, can be seen in the Victoria & Albert Museum, London). sculpture

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