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Platter

late 19th century (made)
Artist/Maker
Place of origin

Platter (ceper) of silver. Narrow flat rim with upturned edge, incised with a band of peony-stems. Central medallion of chequer-motif and lace-edging.


Object details

Category
Object type
Materials and techniques
Silver, hammered and incised
Brief description
Platter (ceper), silver with incised ornament, possibly Malaysia, late 19th century
Physical description
Platter (ceper) of silver. Narrow flat rim with upturned edge, incised with a band of peony-stems. Central medallion of chequer-motif and lace-edging.
Dimensions
  • Height: 1.3cm
  • Diameter: 15.9cm
Credit line
Given by J.S. Lake, Esq. and Mrs N.C. Mills, from the Estate of the late A. F. Lake, Esq.
Object history
Nos. IM.15 to 27-1934, previously on loan since July 23rd, 1920, from A. F. Lake, who died in 1924. The loan was continued by his Trustees. See Nominal File: A.F. Lake and RPs 1934/1096 & 1570.
Production
Made by Malay craftsmen in South-East Asia.
Collection
Accession number
IM.27-1934

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Record createdJune 25, 2009
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