Joseph Walker - Dublino - 1702-1703 circa - Tray - Baroque - .925 silver - Early 18th century

Display Plate/Tray As all collectors of antique silver pieces know very well, the Irish silvers are very rare. This antique piece is a one-of-a-kind! It’s an extremely rare, museum-quality piece that deserves to be part of the collection of silvers of the Dublin Museum. This display plate/tray is embellished with 2 noble coats of arms, one with the lyre, symbol of Ireland, the other with a crown, probably an emperor one. With a top quality, joyful scene of cherubs playing with a lion. It’s a masterpiece of the Irish master silversmith Joseph Walker. Weight: 1620 grams. Dimensions: 41 x 36. 5 cm Please, before bidding, look at the picture gallery that clearly show the items and their real condition to avoid any post-sale issues. Thanks.