Repousse sterling oval tray, S .Kirk & Son.

An aesthetically pleasing repousse sterling tray, oval in form on an oval foot, with twin-looped naturalistic handles. The central oval clearing has an interesting crest of intertwined sprigs of a rose and a thistle. Seems to suggest an alliance, or marriage, of Scotland and England. In very good condition. Good clear repousse decoration. Marked S. Kirk & Son., 11 oz, for the period 1880-90. Dimensions: 13.25" long, 8" wide. Weight 18 Troy oz.