Dish cross 1764 - 1765

This silver dish cross, created by Samuel Herbert between 1764 and 1765, is a delicate example of 18th-century English silversmithing. The intricate design features four stylized, scrolling legs terminating in scallop-shaped feet, supporting a central, circular platform. The legs are embellished with delicate geometric patterns and the platform is decorated with a floral motif. The cross, now part of the Metropolitan Museum of Art's collection, demonstrates Herbert's talent for combining practicality with aesthetic appeal, showcasing the elegance of Rococo design in a functional piece of tableware.