A fine handmade sterling silver butter dish by Poul Petersen, Montreal c. 1960. Circular shape with hammered domed lid with applied berries finial, with sterling silver pierced liner. 5.9" (15cm) across, 4.75" (12cm) high, 18.8 troy oz, (586g).

For a short bio of Poul Petersen please see our article on Canadian Silversmiths of the 20th Century.