{"product_id":"vintage-portsmouth-silverplate-tree-well-meat-carving-platter-handles-22","title":"Vintage Portsmouth Silverplate Tree \u0026 Well Meat Carving Platter Handles 22\"","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large vintage silver-plated tree and well meat platter marked Portsmouth. The center carving bed has a raised tree pattern whose branches channel juices down into a well at the base. Two long side compartments flank the center for vegetables or sides. The rim has a gadrooned rope-style border, and there are two open scroll handles. Use it for holiday roasts and family dinners, or display it on a sideboard or bar cart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBackground\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTree and well platters were made to carve and serve roasts at the table while catching the juices. The underside is stamped \"Portsmouth\", \"Trade Mark\" with a script monogram, \"Silver Plate\" and \".P.C. 979\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGood vintage condition with no dents or warping, and both handles are solid. The plating is worn through in places in the center carving bed, showing copper-colored metal beneath. There is spotting, pitting and tarnish across the top and underside, along with light scratches from use. It has not been polished. Please see all photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions \u0026amp; Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe platter measures 2.4 x 22 x 14 inches (H x W x D), measured across the handles, and weighs about 4 lb 1.2 oz.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree standard shipping within the US, packed securely.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Belle Afrik Arts","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":60381523476766,"sku":"BA-1502","price":85.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1081\/5176\/7326\/files\/WhatsAppImage2026-10-19at22.05.25_1.jpg?v=1792463107","url":"https:\/\/belleafrikarts.com\/products\/vintage-portsmouth-silverplate-tree-well-meat-carving-platter-handles-22","provider":"Belle Afrik Arts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}