Details
A fine silver-mounted vase-shaped coconut cup on domed spreading base, richly carved with acanthus foliage, wtih knopped baluster stem, the body carved with a basket of flowers, cornucopia and an urn with applied silver crest, the rim with presentation inscription and gilt interior, circa 1840, 8in. high.
Further details
The crest is that of Barns.
The inscription reads 'To Alan Burns Esq in esteem and friendship, September 1st, 1843'.
The inscription reads 'To Alan Burns Esq in esteem and friendship, September 1st, 1843'.