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Testimonial to George Smith, Esq., L.L.D., late Chairman of the Cornwall Railway Company, 1864. Creator: Unknown
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Testimonial to George Smith, Esq., L.L.D., late Chairman of the Cornwall Railway Company, 1864. Creator: Unknown
Testimonial to George Smith, Esq., L.L.D., late Chairman of the Cornwall Railway Company, 1864. 'The directors of the Cornwall Railway Company...presented...an elegant drawing-room clock and pair of candelabra, with an address thanking George Smith for his labours in the promotion and construction of that line during the last twenty years...We have engraved the central piece of plate, there being three pieces of silver - viz., a candelabrum with four lights, surmounted with a basket to hold flowers; and two small epergnes [made] by Messrs. Garrard, of the Haymarket - not made to order, but selected from their stock...The base of the candelabrum is a large circular plateau, resting upon three claws and supporting an elaborately chased pedestal, which on one of the compartments, or shields, bears a suitable inscription. Upon this pedestal is a female figure, in dead silver, gracefully reclining against a palm-tree, and raising one hand to an overhanging bough, while she holds a basin in the other hand. By her side is a panther rising on its hind legs, as if to drink out of the basin. Above these figures spread the palm branches and leaves, to which the taper-holders are affixed'. From "Illustrated London News", 1864
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A Testimonial Fit for a King - George Smith's Legacy in Silver
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This exquisite print, created in 1864, pays tribute to George Smith, Esq., L.L.D., late Chairman of the Cornwall Railway Company. The directors of the company presented him with an elegant drawing-room clock and pair of candelabra as a token of appreciation for his tireless efforts over two decades in promoting and constructing the railway line.
The centerpiece is a stunning piece of silverwork, crafted by renowned silversmiths Garrard & Co., featuring a beautifully chased pedestal supporting a reclining female figure surrounded by palm branches. A majestic panther rises on its hind legs to drink from her basin, while above them spread the lush leaves and tapers light up the scene.
This magnificent piece is not only a testament to Smith's dedication but also showcases British craftsmanship at its finest. The intricate details and ornate design make it a true masterpiece of silverwork, worthy of display in any esteemed setting. This print offers us a glimpse into the world of 19th-century industrial leaders and their tributes, while celebrating the artistry that went into creating such an extraordinary piece.
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