Commemorative Cup Presented to Capt. Phillips of Euterpe
Entry/Object ID
1990.278.001
Description
Commemorative cup given to Captain Thomas E. Phillips of the ship Euterpe in 1879. Sterling Silver, made by the Christchurch firm of B. Petersen & Co. The inscription reads: "Presented to Capt.n Phillips of the Ship Euterpe by several of his friends, saloon passengers. From London to Port Lyttelton December 1879"
Collection
Decorative Arts Collection
Made/Created
Manufacturer
B. Petersen & Co
Date made
circa 1879
Lexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Primary Object Term
Cup
Nomenclature Sub-Class
Drinking Vessels
Nomenclature Class
Food Service T&E
Nomenclature Category
Category 04: Tools & Equipment for Materials
Search Terms
Euterpe, Star of India
Material
Silver
Interpretative Labels
Label
This cup was presented to Captain Phillips by the passengers who had sailed in first class or saloon during a particular voyage. It represents one of the very few existing artifacts associated directly with the life of a captain of the Euterpe. It is also a testament to Captain Phillip’s professionalism and seamanship, in bringing Euterpe and her passengers safely to their destination.
