MCM Chrome Bowl Marked R B

Recently acquired this modern chrome plated bowl and am quite curious as to the maker. As you can see in the photo it is simply marked RB? I have very limited knowledge of metal work so my description as "chrome plated" should be viewed in that context. I am also including a photo of a very small "mark" on the bottom - with the caveat - it might not even be a "mark"? In short, I'm in the dark. It measures about 12" across and is quite heavy. Welcome any/all opinions. Thanks.

 

Can't help you re logo but... To my eye your bowl is not old enough to be MCM. Let's see what others have to say.

Debora

 

Reed & Barton comes to mind but i don't know if they use just the RB

 

Unlikely.

 

I'm wondering if it might be older than MCM. But wait for others!

 

I was thinking Roche Bobois which has a line of decorative accessories. Dunno about logo though.

Debora

 

Is it possible this is silverplate, not chrome? Or even 800 silver? I would go over this with a fine tooth comb for any other marks.

 

Many thanks to all for the thoughtful and useful comments. The more I consider the comments and examine the bowl the more I question my identification as chrome plated. I initially suggested that because it appeared there was an area where the plating had worn thin... But I cleaned it further and discovered it was simply surface soil. The question then is what is the material? I did check and it is not magnetic so I guess that eliminates a few possibilities. As is probably apparent, I have zero expertise in the area, but I rather feel that it is a metal that has been polished rather than plated? I did examine it very closely for any marks that I may have overlooked and aside from the anomalous "mark" in the photo I could find no other marks. Btw the odd mark
Is similar to a very early mark for Reed and Barton but the reference showing that Mark is just a drawing of the mark and not precise. Also, although the initials match, is someone commented I haven't found no reference to Reed and Barton using simply RB. Of course this could be an artisan product? If I have the opportunity I may just take it by a jeweler. I know to see if he can identify the material. In the meantime, I'll continue to puzzle and continue to watch for further suggestions from viewers. Thanks again

 

maybe aluminum...