HS Walsh was first recorded in the directories as a trader in 1850, and in 1854 he took into partnership Edwin Jones, and the company was known as Walsh, Jones & Co. In 1855 H.S. Walsh took into partnership two of his sons, Frederick and Alfred, the firm becoming Walsh Bros after his retirement in about 1861. The firm of Walsh Brothers was located at 63 Collins Street East, Melbourne. The two Walsh brothers retired in 1881.
This toast rack is a nice example of their work, in a simple nineteenth century form. In good overall condition, just a slight wobble.
Stamped 'STERLING SILVER' and 'W.BROS'
It measures 14cm high and weighs 224 grams.