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Dragon Cup of the St. George's Rifle Volunteer Corps, 1865. Creator: Unknown
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Dragon Cup of the St. George's Rifle Volunteer Corps, 1865. Creator: Unknown
Dragon Cup of the St. George's Rifle Volunteer Corps, 1865. 'This graceful little cup has been manufactured by Messrs. Ortner and Houle, St. James's-street, under the direction of Lieutenant-Colonel the Hon. C. H. Lindsay, commanding the St. George's Rifles, by whom it was originated as a rifle prize, in connection with the St. George's Challenge Vase...The Dragon Cup is of antique form, and at the same time original in its details. The stand is surmounted by a bound laurel wreath, the stem of which is engraved with the words, "The Dragon Cup," and the base is adorned with floreated leaves. The bowl of the cup is ornamented in the Grecian style, and embellished with bunches of the rose, shamrock, and thistle at intervals. On the front face...appears a Norman shield, intended to bear the inscription relative to the successful volunteer in the contest. The lid is surmounted with a dragon grasping a scroll, upon which will be inscribed the year when the cup was won. The handles are formed of a pair of weirdlike and fantastic winged dragons, clinging to the sides of the cup with distended mouths. The cup is of sterling silver, and is embellished with gold reliefs'. From "Illustrated London News", 1865
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In this exquisite photograph print, the Dragon Cup of the St. George's Rifle Volunteer Corps shines brightly in all its glory. Manufactured by Messrs. Ortner and Houle in 1865, this sterling silver cup is a masterpiece of craftsmanship and design. The ornate stand features a bound laurel wreath, while the stem bears an engraved inscription reading "The Dragon Cup". The bowl itself is adorned with Grecian-inspired motifs featuring roses, shamrocks, and thistles.
But it's not just the aesthetics that make this cup special - its true significance lies in its connection to the St. George's Challenge Vase and the rifle prizes awarded within. This stunning piece of silverware was originated by Lieutenant- Colonel Charles H. Lindsay, commanding officer of the St. George's Rifles, as a symbol of excellence and achievement.
As you gaze upon this photograph print, imagine the stories it could tell - tales of bravery, skill, and camaraderie among the members of the St. George's Rifle Volunteer Corps in 1865. The cup itself is said to feature a Norman shield on its front face, awaiting inscription with the name of each successful volunteer who claimed victory in their respective contests.
And what about those fantastical winged dragons that adorn the handles? Are they symbols of strength and resilience or simply decorative flourishes? Whatever your interpretation may be, one thing is certain - this photograph print captures a piece of history that will forever remain captivating.
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