Small lion tray
Antique Swiss,
Charming silver plated tray on four feet, depicting the famous Lion Monument in Luzern; antique Swiss late 19th century. The monument was designed by Bertel Thorvaldsen and created in 1820, commemorating the Swiss Guards during the french Revolution. Inscription reads Helvetiorum Fidei Ac Virtuti — To the Loyalty and Bravery of the Swiss.
Condition: Antique — some plating worn
Neo-classical style looks back at and takes its design inspiration from the ancient Greece and Rome, and uses those elements in decoration. Most neo-classical items are defined by straight and clean lines, elegant repetitive floral patterns, floral garlands and gadrooning.
Size
- 13.5 cm diameter
How to care
Wash all silver and silver plated items in warm soapy water with soft sponge, do not scrub; dry thoroughly before storing, to keep the plating last long.
How to care
To polish lightly tarnished silver plated and silver surface, use silver polishing cloth. Polishing lightly but often makes cleaning much easier.