Sheffield 1947 superb English hallmarked solid silver covered entree dish with detachable handle. It has a beautiful lobed shape. Maker''s mark is E.S. & Co, which is the mark of Ernest Silver and Co. of New Bond Street in London. They registered with the Sheffield assay office in 1945. Entree dishes are almost always found in silver plate, so solid silver examples are very sought after and unusual to find.All parts have matching numbers and are fully hallmarked.This entree dish with cover is of a thick and heavy gauge of silver, and is beautifully shaped with undulating curves also having chased and applied leaf and shell embellishment. It separates into two dishes once the handle is removed, allowing a choice of either one covered dish or two open dishes, and also enabling the entree dish to be compactly stored. There is matching chasing to the lid interior. Therefore, when the top is reversed and used as an open dish, it matches the bottom dish perfectly.The cast solid silver leaf and shell decorated handle turns tightly and securely on to the lid, and is a beautiful feature.Size-overall 12.25 inches long by 9.75 inches wide by 5.75 inches high.Weight-53.5 troy ounces of solid silver, which is 1664 grams or 1.7 kilos, a generous weight.A lovely solid silver entree dish, perfect for serving and entertaining. It will be the talking point and star of the table or sideboard.In very good condition.Please click on my personal website link in the top left column of this page, or go to www.serpentineantiques.co.uk to see additional items not listed on this site. If you would like additional photos, I am happy to provide them.Inventory is located in different locations, so please email to verify availability. Thank you.