An unusual Edwardian sterling silver novelty goblet, fully hallmarked in London in 1903 with the maker's mark MM. The piece is modelled as a goblet rising from a palm tree, a charming expression of the Edwardian taste for naturalistic and figural silver.
The plain polished bowl is supported on a finely cast stem formed as a palm trunk, surrounded by spreading cast palm fronds that spring from a stepped circular foot. The effect is of a cup growing from a tropical tree, decorative, tactile and full of character.
It would suit display as a decorative object, or use as a wine goblet, presentation cup or christening cup, and is an appealing addition to a collection of novelty and figural silver.
Hallmarks & Details -
Maker's Mark: MM
Assay Office: London
Date: 1903
Period: Edwardian
Metal: Sterling Silver
Weight: 283 grams
Dimensions -
Height: 19 cm
Bowl Diameter: 7.5 cm
Condition :
Antique condition with light scratches, tarnishing and wear consistent with age. Minor irregularities within the cast palm-leaf decoration are consistent with the original hand casting and finishing.
An unusual Edwardian sterling silver novelty goblet, fully hallmarked in London in 1903 with the maker's mark MM. The piece is modelled as a goblet rising from a palm tree, a charming expression of the Edwardian taste for naturalistic and figural silver.
The plain polished bowl is supported on a finely cast stem formed as a palm trunk, surrounded by spreading cast palm fronds that spring from a stepped circular foot. The effect is of a cup growing from a tropical tree, decorative, tactile and full of character.
It would suit display as a decorative object, or use as a wine goblet, presentation cup or christening cup, and is an appealing addition to a collection of novelty and figural silver.
Hallmarks & Details -
Maker's Mark: MM
Assay Office: London
Date: 1903
Period: Edwardian
Metal: Sterling Silver
Weight: 283 grams
Dimensions -
Height: 19 cm
Bowl Diameter: 7.5 cm
Condition :
Antique condition with light scratches, tarnishing and wear consistent with age. Minor irregularities within the cast palm-leaf decoration are consistent with the original hand casting and finishing.
