ECS-S.2-2014
Parts
Object number
ECS-S.2-2014
Object type
Identification
Title
Portuguese Bowl
Description
Circular, silver parcel-gilt dish; with multiple figures in high relief
Other number
2
Description
Dimensions
diameter (actual size): 308mm
height: 101mm
height: 101mm
Material
silver
Physical description
Circular, silver gilt bowl. Deeply embossed in high relief with the story of Joseph and his brothers.
Re-gilt and later engraved with the English arms of Gent impaling Eeles on central boss. The English arms are probably taken from a cane handle. The low foot is pierced with quatrefoils in lozenges and edged with laurel leaves.
Re-gilt and later engraved with the English arms of Gent impaling Eeles on central boss. The English arms are probably taken from a cane handle. The low foot is pierced with quatrefoils in lozenges and edged with laurel leaves.
Production
Person
Unknown (Silversmith)
Date
1525-1550
History and association
Object history note
Donor: Thomas Kingston-Oliphant
Previous ownership
References
• Jones, E. Alfred, The Plate of Eton College, The London Saint Catherine Press, 1938 (p.2, pl.1)
• Hussey, C. Eton College, 2nd Ed., 1926 (Pl. No. 10 p. 131)
• Hussey, C. Eton College, 2nd Ed., 1926 (Pl. No. 10 p. 131)
