19th Century Victorian Silver Plated Shakespeare Charger, Elkington, 1850s

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Antique mid 19th century victorian electroplated charger, featuring a depiction of william shakespeare, born 23 april 1561 - died 23 … Read more Antique mid 19th century victorian electroplated charger, featuring a depiction of william shakespeare, born 23 april 1561 - died 23 april 1616. The charger is of a notably large size, with elaborately embossed border adorned with scenes from shakespears renowned palys and sonets encircling the frame. Stamped on the reverse elkington mason & co, publishers. Elkington was founded by george richards elkington and his cousin, henry elkington, in the 1830's. It operated under the name g. R. Elkington & co. Until 1842, when a third partner, josiah mason, joined the firm. It operated as elkington, mason, & co. Until 1861, when the partnership with mason was terminated.

condition
in great condition - wear expected with age. Please refer to photographs.

size
diameter: 49 cm // 19.29 in
depth: 3.5 cm // 1.38 in
total weight: 1915 g this piece has an attribution mark,
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