Sri Lankan Chased Silver Tray

This rectangular silver tray is very finely and densely chased with scrolling foliage interspersed with mythical makara-headed birds. The wide edge is chased with scrollwork with flowers and no less than 28 mythical makara-headed lions.

The work is typical of Kandy in Sri Lanka’s interior, and is inspired by centuries-old wood carving seen in the area in meeting halls and palaces.

The tray is not particularly heavy but does incorporate a great deal of quality silver-work across a relatively small area.

The tray is without splits or dents.