An Australian silver cup and cover, Henry Steiner, Adelaide, circa 1868

in the form of a tree fern rising from Aboriginal heads, the body crested, inscribed and enclosed by latticed branches and foliage, the cover similarly decorated and rising to an emu finial, on an associated silver-plated stand with fern ornament on emu leg supports

Marked on body, cover and foot, good marks, general condition very good. The leafy gallery with one or two repairs. Fronds beneath cup missing a few leaves but this generally not noticeable. Some light denting and scratching to footrim and lip of cup and a few minor scratches overall. An unusual and highly decorative piece.
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The inscription reads To The Rev^d Cecil Wynter M.A. President of the Surrey Association of Church of England Schoolmasters Since its Formation in 1853 This Token of Gratitude and Affection Respectfully Presented by the Members Reigate July 11th 1868.