Fish Slice

• Medium: Silverplate
• Geographical Location: England
• Dates: 2nd half 19th century
• Dimensions: 1 x 12 1/2 x 2 3/8 in. (2.5 x 31.8 x 6 cm)
• Markings: Impressed on underside of handle: a row of five tiny hallmarks containing, from left to right "B"; "B"; [pictograph]; [pictograph]; "EP" within shield
• Collection: Decorative Arts
• Museum Location: Brooklyn Museum, BMA, 5H28, 6JJ
• Accession Number: 1996.37.24
• Image: 1996.37.24_1996.37.25.jpg. Brooklyn Museum photograph, Nov 30, 2003

Catalogue Description:
Silver-plate fish slice. Oblong, flat blade with pointed tip; pierced around edge with double row of comma-shaped holes; etched leaf and scroll decorations near tip and base of blade. At base, blade tapers with scrolled edges, then arches up to form narrow handle with lobed grip at end. Handle decorated in relief on both top and undersides with foliate and shell forms. Condition: Good; small nicks and scratches all over.