Indian Silver Punch Bowl

An Indian silver punch bowl, Lucknow c. 1900. Embossed and chased in fine detail in the Hunting pattern. Pierced rim chased with scrolling foliage and rosettes, the middle portion chased with a continuous frieze between serpent borders depicts hunters on elephant back pursuing wild animals through a jungle scene. The bottom section is lobed and chased in a similar manner. 6.25" (16cm) high, 10" (25.4cm) diameter, 27.2 troy oz (847g).