An Antique Continental Silver Serving Dish in the Chinese Taste

circa 1800, unmarked, rectangular form with shaped rim and applied foliate scroll handles, raised on four scrolled feet, the interior of dish featuring an ornate engraved design lush with Chinoiserie motifs including pagodas, squirrels, monkeys, birds and exotic flora, lobed well with central medallion, no monograms.
2 7/8 x 16 x 8 1/4 in.
12.37 troy oz.
From the Collection of the late Zirkle James Estes, Jr., Charlottesville, Virginia
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Several old solder repairs; some wear to engraving; minor scratching.