An unusual Victorian tennis trophy in the form of a pottery biscuit barrel with silver plated mountings dated 1884, stamped MacIntyre and with painted
Hammer:
£120
Estimate:
£150 - £200
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An unusual Victorian tennis trophy in the form of a pottery biscuit barrel with silver plated mountings dated 1884, stamped MacIntyre and with painted pattern number 172, floral decoration with areas of gilding, carrying handle, acorn knop and rim inscribed WON BY A.F.S. SAUNDERS, WADHAM COLLEGE LAWN TENNIS TOURNAMENT 1884, SINGLE TIES, height to top of extended handle 20cm., 8in.