In addition to the Gallery in Milan, opened in 1999, Antik Arte & Scienza has also had a channel for online sales: on this site it is possible to buy, in fact, nautical antiques, astronomical instruments, globes and antique world maps, antique compasses, measuring instruments, vintage medical instruments and related to natural history. We know how it is important to offer secure and easy on-line purchases and therefore we have decided to offer free shipping and free insurance. All objects have an accurate and safe packaging, and when necessary also a padded wooden box made to measure. Shipping is insured by Lloyd's London, and you have 28 days to change your mind and return the bought items (see our general selling conditions for more information about return methods).
1774973688Code 724 Trophy ShieldThe "Elkington Challenge Cup" trophy shield, a commemorative award in hallmarked silver made in 1909 by the English manufacturer Elkington & Co. of Birmingham.
Good condition. Dimensions: 26 x 3 x 39 cm - 10.3 x 1.2 x 15.4 in.
The trophy was awarded in 1909, at the Birmingham Cattle Show, a prestigious British livestock exhibition held between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, to Sir Richard Cooper, Bart’s (short for baronet), an industrialist and landowner active between the late 19th and early 20th centuries, well-known as a breeder of fine livestock.
It is a silver shield mounted on a shaped oak support. The surface is richly decorated: ears of wheat appear in relief on the sides, while in the center is a show bovine, symbolizing the livestock competition for which the prize was awarded.
At the top is the civic coat of arms of the city of Birmingham, with a masonry crown and the motto "Forward," emphasizing the institutional link with the host city.
The prize was awarded for the specimen known as Pan of the Burn, a famous Aberdeen-Angus bull born in 1905, which won several British championships in the early 20th century.
The trophy is called the "Challenge Cup – Commemorative Shield," a formula indicating a significant award.
The following elements can be recognized from the hallmark: E & Co, the manufacturer’s mark, the anchor symbol of the city of Birmingham, the lion passant indicating 925/1000 sterling silver, and the letter K indicates the date.
1774974952Code 728 Equestrian InkwellSilver-plated inkwell with an equestrian motif, with cut crystal ink bottles, Italian manufacture from the 1950s.
Good condition. Dimensions: 28 x 13 x 24.5 cm – 11 x 5.1 x 9.7 in
The elegantly contoured base is composed of two horseshoes placed side by side, a clear reference to the equestrian world, and is supported by four small hemispherical feet. At the center, beneath the arched silver-plated metal handle, is a depiction of a horse mounted by a jockey, modeled in the round with fine detail.
The two crystal bottles, crafted with a faceted motif, are complete with domed silver-plated metal lids decorated with ornamental elements in relief.
Do you provide an authenticity certificate/expertise?
Of course! The legislative decree n. 42/2004 stipulates that who sells works of art or historical and archaeological items has the obligation to deliver to the purchaser the documents attesting to the authenticity of the object, or at least to submit the documents relating to the probable attribution and origin. Antik Arte & Scienza provides an expertise (as warranty) that contains a description, period and assignment or the author, if known, of the item.
How can I pay?
Secure payments by PayPal, credit card or bank transfer.
What are the shipping terms and the delivery schedule?
Shipping by DHL or UPS is free (but if we are shipping to a country non-EU remember that any taxes and customs duties are on your expense), and items will be sent just after receiving of payment. Italy: delivering on the average in 24 h.
Europe: delivering on the average in 2/3 weekdays.
Other countries: delivering on the average in 5 weekdays; custom duties charged to the buyer.
Is shipping insured?
Of course! Free insurance by Lloyd's London that covers almost all destinations.
If I change my mind, can I return the item?
Of course! (see our general terms for more information).
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