Impressive George III large sterling silver fruit dish. Lobed round body divided into 6 panelled sections and resting on a spreading circular foot. The bowl has two figural handles modelled as winged dogs / gargoyles. The centre of the bowl has a wonderfully ornate repoussage of pear, apples, grapes and other fruit; the panels are engraved and embossed with scrolls, foliage and various blooming flowers. There are 2 vacant shield cartouches, so this bowl can be engraved and personalised as a present. The maker's mark is very rubbed, but under a magnifying glass a partial "IWW" is visible, for J W Story and W Elliott. The shape and design of this bowl is reminiscent of Dutch brandy bowls that were popular in the 17th century. Maker: J W Story & W Elliott Assay office: London Date: 1812 602 g / 19.4 t oz 7.3 cm tall to rim 8.5 cm tall to handle 20.5 x 20 cm across the top 26 cm handle to handle 12 cm base diameter Excellent antique condition. Some tiny nicks and dings appropriate to age; maker’s mark rubbed; seam visible on the inside of the foot; tiny split to foot; tiny crack to rim that has been soldered over.