Trophy
Object number94.52.239
Date1958
MediumVarious metals; Metal plating
Credit LineGift of Laura E. Ford.
DescriptionSmall trophy in the shape of a toasting cup with a head of a fox at the top.Dimensions5.5 x 3.25 in. (14 x 8.3 cm)Signedas above
InscriptionsEngraved: Fox Chapel Gun Club Mixed Team Shoot 1958-1959
Historical NotesTrophy won at the Fox Chapel Gun Club by a member of the Evans household.Label TextA small trophy in the shape of a toasting cup; the top is a cast-metal figural head of a fox, which when inverted, serves as the cup’s feet; the head is covered with a gilt plating; attached to this is a bell-shaped body of silver (plate) spun & flaring outward to a thin rim; the cup is engraved: Fox Chapel Gun Club Mixed Team Shoot 1958-1959.
Related institution
Fox Chapel Gun Club
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On view1890-1899
1925
1960
Westmoreland Glass Company