A mid-20^th century Italian 800 standard silver soup tureen on stand, Naples circa 1965-8 by Ciro Jacomino (reg. 3 Nov 1965)

In the 18^th century style. Of oval lobed form upon a lobed oval foot, the pull off domed lid with detachable flower finial. The under dish or stand with a moulded edge. Each marked and with pseudo 18^th century Neapolitan marks. (2)

Stand length – 41.2 cm / 16.25 inches

Height – 26.4 cm / 10.3 inches

Weight – 3263 grams / 104.91 ozt