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An Australian silver trophy cup by J. M. Wendt, Adelaide, circa…
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Auction Location:
Melbourne
Date:
30-Oct-2012
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Description:
An Australian silver trophy cup by J. M. Wendt, Adelaide, circa 1897, the domed foot naturalistically modelled as a rock strewn grassy mound, the standard moulded as three entwined grapevines surmounted by a bowl relief decorated with various fruits, flanked by bold loop handles and a conforming cover, inscribed 'Royal Agricultural & Horticultural Society of S. A., presented by A.M. Simpson Esq., awarded to Messrs. T. E. Robson & Son, for collection of dried fruits limited to 12 varieties, won at the September shows, 1897.8.9, Samuel Goode, President, C. M. Bagot, secretary', hallmarked J. M. Wendt, Adelaide, lion passant, crown and monarchs head, 35 cm high, 1130gms. Provenance: Private Collection, Adelaide
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Category:
Unclassified