A large early 20^th century Anglo – Indian silver fruit bowl, Calcutta, Bhowanipore circa 1910 by Dass and Dutt

Raj period. Of shallow circular form with a wavy rim all upon a pedestal domed foot. The bowl section with embossed decoration in village pattern, depicting cattle, craftsmen working outside a stall, oxen pulling a wagon, and an interior scene with musicians. All above a border of large, stylised acanthus leaves, repeated to the foot. Stamped underneath DASS & DUTT BHOWANIPORE CALCUTTA.

Diameter – 28 cm / 11 inches

Height – 14.7 cm / 5.75 inches

Weight – 979 grams / 31.48 ozt