Vintage Sterling Silver Collector’s Plate “Going to Town” by Sir Russell Drysdale, John Pinches, London 1975

A distinguished vintage sterling silver collector’s plate featuring Going to Town by renowned Australian artist Sir Russell Drysdale. Produced in 1975 as a limited edition, this finely etched plate is individually numbered 586 of 1003.

The composition reflects Drysdale’s distinctive approach to Australian subjects, with the artwork carefully translated onto a polished sterling silver surface. The plate bears London 1975 sterling silver hallmarks and the JP maker’s mark for John Pinches (Medallists), an established London manufacturer known for producing commemorative and limited-edition silver pieces.

With its substantial weight, documented limited-edition number and original presentation materials, this collector’s plate is an appealing piece for admirers of Australian art, vintage sterling silver and decorative limited-edition objects.

Details

Item: Vintage sterling silver collector’s plate

Title: Going to Town

Artist: Sir Russell Drysdale

Manufacturer: John Pinches (Medallists)

Origin: London, England

Date: 1975

Edition: Limited edition, numbered 586 of 1003

Material: Sterling silver, 925 standard

Hallmarks: London 1975 sterling silver hallmarks with JP maker’s mark for John Pinches

Decoration: Etched composition based on Going to Town by Sir Russell Drysdale

Diameter: Approx. 20.3 cm

Weight: Approx. 212.5 g

Included: Original presentation box and accompanying documentation

Condition

Very good vintage condition with minor scratches to the underside consistent with age and previous handling. The plate is accompanied by its original presentation box and documentation. Please review the photographs carefully for the full condition.

Historical and Collector Context

Sir Russell Drysdale was one of Australia’s most recognised 20th-century artists, known for his distinctive depictions of Australian figures, rural communities and the outback landscape. His work remains an important part of Australian modern art history.

Going to Town was reproduced as a limited-edition sterling silver collector’s plate in 1975. Manufactured in London by John Pinches (Medallists), the plate combines Australian artistic significance with the craftsmanship of English hallmarked silver. Each example was individually numbered, and this plate is number 586 of a limited edition of 1003.

Its substantial sterling silver construction, original presentation materials and documented edition number make it an appealing collectible for admirers of Sir Russell Drysdale, Australian decorative arts and vintage silver objects.

All items are vintage or antique and may show light signs of age. Please review all photos carefully as they form part of the description. Feel free to message with any questions prior to purchase.