A large Elkington & Company silver plated two handled tray.
Embossed decoration to the edges and handles.
Factory stamp to the underside
Maker : Elkington & Company
Circa 1865-1897
Length : 69cm (handle to handle)
Elkington & Co, Established in Birmingham in 1836 they are one of the most important names in English silver and silver plate. They pioneered the method of electroplating one metal on to the surface of another. They exhibited at The great Exhibition of 1851 with great success.
By the end of the 19th century they had a branch in Sydney at 384 George Street.