Antique Harrison Brothers Birmingham Silver Plated 12-Inch Salver | Chased Grapevine Tray

There is an incredibly handsome warmth to silver plate when it has been laid over a solid brass base. Unlike the stark, clinical mirror finish of modern plating, this antique 12-inch salver by Harrison Brothers has emerged from a century of storage with a distinct, buttery "moonlight" glow—a soft, golden-silver patina that interior designers spend a great deal of time trying to replicate artificially.
Crafted in Birmingham, the salver features a beautifully resolved, multi-scalloped rim finished with a crisp egg-and-dart molded border. The face of the tray is heavily chased with a continuous band of trailing grapevine foliage and hanging fruit clusters, all revolving around a central vacant laurel wreath cartouche that remains entirely ready for an engraving should you feel so inclined.
It is a substantial, heavy-gauge piece of traditional British hollowware. Its generous 12-inch diameter makes it an exceptionally useful size for holding a full decanter and glasses on a sideboard, acting as an elegant tray for afternoon tea, or simply adding a touch of country-house substance to a coffee table.

Historical Details & Maker

• The Maker: Harrison Brothers, Birmingham, England (H. BROS B).
• Material: Heavy silver plate on a solid brass base (EPNS stamp to underside).
• Era: Late Victorian / Edwardian (Circa 1895–1910).
• Pattern Detailing: Chased grape and vine motif, egg-and-dart border.

Condition & Specifications

• Dimensions: Full diameter of 12 inches (approx. 30.5 cm).
• Condition: Very good antique condition. The tray has been thoroughly cleaned and retains a wonderful, deep polish boasting a unique warm, golden-silver hue characteristic of old plate over brass. The chased details remain crisp and deep. The underside shows minor, honest historic surface scuffs and small spots of tarnish consistent with age, with absolutely no structural distortions or dents.