Description:
This is a vintage 1949 Handicap Grand Champion trophy from the Vincennes Gun Club. The trophy features a solid wood base with a rich, natural finish and an Art Deco-inspired design on one side. It is topped with a gold-colored metal figurine of a marksman aiming a rifle. The front plaque bears the engraving: Handicap Grand Champion - Vincennes Gun Club - 1949 along with a separate plaque below that reads June 12 - Victor Gross.
Era:
Mid 20th Century (1949)
Style:
Art Deco / Traditional Trophy Design
Technique:
Handcrafted wooden base with attached metal plaques and cast metal figurine
Tools Used:
Metal casting, woodworking tools, engraving tools
History:
This trophy commemorates a 1949 shooting competition winner at the Vincennes Gun Club. It represents a time when shooting sports and local competitions were a significant part of community events.
Manufacturer / Maker:
Unknown
Measurements:
10 ⅛” W x 6 ⅛” D x 21” T
Suggested Weight:
8-12 lbs
Item Number : P12391
Category : Misc
Brand : UK
