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Silver Gilt Cup

Benjamin Laver, 1787

Danum Gallery, Library and Museum, Doncaster

This racing trophy, made for the 1787 Doncaster Cup, was presented to George Armytage, winner of that year’s race with his horse Stargazer. The race was established in 1766 and is the oldest continuing regulated horse race in the world. A unique cup is made each year for the winner; this one bears the mark BL, referring to silversmith Benjamin Laver. Doncaster Museum holds nine winners’ cups in its collection, and this example now joins them there.

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Title of artwork, date

Silver Gilt Cup, 1787

Date supported

2018

Medium and material

Silver, Silver gilt

Dimensions

52 x 35 cm

Total cost

8400

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