Bread basket

Sterling silver. Above a flat, oval base, it gradually widens in a conical shape, resembling a small ship. The surface is adorned with pierced work in the form of bars and leaf tendrils. There are lateral grip recesses. Marked 925, indicating the silver standard. Approximate weight is 390 grams. Height is 8 cm. Dimensions are 22.5 cm x 15.5 cm. A Turkish sterling silver bread basket. It bears the standard mark 925 and the maker's mark. Produced in Turkey. Lalé silverware. 20th century.