Sterling Silver Hammered Chased Repousse Covered Soup Tureen /Punch Bowl

Description

You are looking at a large and absolutely gorgeous sterling silver (tested) hand hammered/chased covered soup tureen (or punch bowl) with very detailed hand chased repousse design.
Approx. measurements: 10”H x 11 3/4”W
I don't have an appropriate scale to weight precious metals; however, item is large, so use your own judgment.
This item is sold in estate (which means that item is NOT new) condition. I do not know history of the item. This tureen seems to be an older piece and there are engravings on the bottom rim (see pictures).
Hand work is absolutely beautiful! I am not collector or professional appraisal; I provide descriptions based on my visual observation; there are some tiny-tiny punctures assuming to be due to extensive hand chasing.
NOTE: ladle is NOT included in this auction; it is placed in tureen for a visual/decorative purpose.
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