A quaich is a traditional Scottish drinking vessel. This silver example, dated 1915-6, was made in Edinburgh by Hamilton & Inches.
The 'beaten' surfaces on the quaich are common in Art and Crafts' inspired designs. The quaich sides are decorated with a row of twelve relief whorls.
Hamilton & Inches was founded by James Hamilton and his nephew Robert Kirk Inches. Their first shop was at 90A Princes Street and was primarily a retailing establishment. Robert Inches became an important public figure, and was clockmaker to the King.
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