An unusual Chinese export silver tray, apparently unmarked, circa 1900

rectangular form with curved scalloped ends, the border embossed in relief with birds among chrysanthemums and peonies, both ends profusely embossed with crayfish among lilies and blossom trees, the central vignette depicting a village scene with gaming and conversational groups between pagodas and blossom trees, within cross-hatched and foliate scroll borders, raised on four bracket feet  

The embossed decoration is in excellent condition. Possible old repairs/crude construction to four interior corners. The feet with small holes so wire can be put through and it can be used as a wall applique. Good condition overall.
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