Edward Fischer (1828-1911) migrated to Australia from Vienna in the early 1850s, and settled into business as a jeweller in Geelong, which at that time was an important commercial centre particularly for the export of wool. It was a very prosperous centre attracting many watchmakers and jewellers, as no doubt there were many well-to-do clients.

Fischer was an important jeweller in the town, producing outstanding quality silver and gold wares, indeed, he was commissioned to manufacture the first locally produced Melbourne Cup, and became well known for his design and craftsmanship in producing the Geelong Racing Clubs presentation cups from 1873 to 1890. He was also a quality producer of silverware for Kilpatrick & Co. and Walsh Bros. of Melbourne.

In 1891 Fischer sold his business and left Geelong, relocating to Collins Street, Melbourne, where he traded as E. Fischer and Son, Manufacturing Jewellers, Watchmakers and Opticians. Apparently more...

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An Australian sterling silver trophy, The 1873 Sunbury Cup, for…

1873 Sunbury Cup: Sterling Silver Greyhound Trophy by Edward Fischer

An Australian sterling silver trophy, The 1873 Sunbury Cup, for greyhound coursing, attributed to Edward Fischer (1828-1911), a chased and engraved Etruscan style urn with a waisted neck and flying scroll handles, reserved with a greyhound in a landscape…

The sterling silver 1875 'Geelong College Cup', firmly…

1875 Geelong College Cup, attributed to Edward Fischer

The sterling silver 1875 'Geelong College Cup', firmly attributed to Edward Fischer, the bowl with scrolling handles and cover raised on a pedestal modelled as a pair of woody grape vine stems rising from the domed foot in the form of an earthy mound, the…

Edward Fischer, Geelong (attributed) impressive Colonial…

Aboriginal-themed Sterling Silver and Emu Egg Centrepiece

Edward Fischer, Geelong (attributed) impressive Colonial sterling silver and emu egg centrepiece adorned with numerous Aboriginal figures entwined in foliate design with gilded highlights, 19th century. 27 cm high, 27 cm wide. Provenance: Christie's…

Edward Fischer, Colonial silver trophy cup adorned with ferns…

Geelong College Sports Hurdle Race Trophy, 1882

Edward Fischer, Colonial silver trophy cup adorned with ferns and grape leaves, engraved 'Geelong College sports, 1882 Hurdle race, Mr G. Hope's cup won by E. Hope', stamped 'E. Fischer, Geelong, Stg. Silver', 20.5 cm high, 210 grams. Provenance: The…

J. Fischer 800 German silver fork and spoon set circa early…

Antique German Silver Fork and Spoon Set with Box

J. Fischer 800 German silver fork and spoon set circa early 1900's with original velvet lined box

A rare and important sterling silver 'Old English' pattern…

Rare Sterling Silver Old English Flatware by Harry Fischer

A rare and important sterling silver 'Old English' pattern flatware service, Harry Fischer, Australian, circa 1895, approximately 1,738 gms total weight of silver. Provenance: Harry Fisher, Melbourne, Dr Edward Joseph Brooke Du Moulin, Dubbo (acquired…

Australian sterling silver trophy, mark of Edward Fischer,…

Edward Fischer Sterling Silver Trophy, Geelong 1880

Australian sterling silver trophy, mark of Edward Fischer, Geelong, c. 1880, of knopped baluster form with two foliate capped scroll handles, the neck applied with vine leaves, the body engraved and chased with foliage, flanked by two rams heads in shield…

Antique Australian silver lidded trophy cup by Edward Fischer,…

Edward Fischer's Geelong College Cup, 1883

Antique Australian silver lidded trophy cup by Edward Fischer, inscribed Geelong College Cup, 1883 won by J F Holloway, the cup body supported by two entwined thick grape vines with leaf form cradle, supporting the main cup bowl, applied twin handles of…

The 1873 Sunbury Cup Australian silver trophy for greyhound…

1873 Sunbury Cup Greyhound Coursing Trophy with Russell Crowe Ownership

The 1873 Sunbury Cup Australian silver trophy for greyhound coursing, attributed to Edward Fischer (1828-1911), the ovoid vessel in the Etruscan manner, rising to a waisted neck, flanked by foliate angular scroll handles chased and engraved with scenes…

A pair of Australian silver goblets, Edward Francis Gunter…

Australian Silver Goblets, circa 1880

A pair of Australian silver goblets, Edward Francis Gunter Fischer / Geelong /, circa 1880, the ogee formed bowl raised on a knopped stem above an engraved tapering foot, with repeating floral motifs, stamped E. Fischer Geelong to base, approximately 476…

An Australian silver trophy cup by Edward Fischer, Geelong,…

1875 Australian Silver Trophy Cup by Edward Fischer

An Australian silver trophy cup by Edward Fischer, Geelong, circa 1875 the bowl engraved 'Presented to the Grant & Polwarth Coursing Club by Donald Banlock Esq. for Competition between the Winners of the Derby & Oaks, May 28. 1878' and 'Won by Mr. Geo.…

An Australian sterling silver claret jug attributed to Edward…

Australian Sterling Silver Claret Jug with Engraved Horse Racing Scene

An Australian sterling silver claret jug attributed to Edward Fischer, Geelong, of baluster form with scroll handle, the body engraved with foliate work around two cartouches featuring an engraved scene of two horses racing & 'Hay jockey club Member's cup…

Australian silver serviette ring, marked E. Fischer Geelong

E. Fischer Geelong Silver Serviette Ring

Australian silver serviette ring, marked E. Fischer Geelong

Large Victorian sterling silver greyhound trophy, second Angas…

Victorian Greyhound Trophy by Walsh Brothers, c.1880

Large Victorian sterling silver greyhound trophy, second Angas Cup, stamped W. Bros for Walsh Brothers, Retailers attributed to Fischer of Geelong c.1880