A large silver two-handle racing trophy cup and cover unmarked, probably Indian, circa 1925
A large silver two-handle racing trophy cup and cover unmarked, probably Indian, circa 1925 Of spherical form, Art Nouveau inspired, the domed pull-off cover embossed with acanthus leaves and Celtic inspired decoration to the border, topped by a baluster finial edged in beading, gilt interior, the main globular body on a knopped baluster stem, strapwork between polished borders, with embossed roses and classical motifs against a matted ground, a circular cartouche inscribed 'KOLHAPUR RACES SHRIMANT AAI SAHEB MAHARAJA CUP 1925' , atop a spreading circular foot, edged with an embossed geometric and floral border, mounted on a detachable wooden plinth, height without plinth 53cm , weight 61.5oz . For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com
- The cost is converted to USD at the rate of 1 GBP = 1.1241 USD on 2022-10-20.
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