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Large Art Deco Light Plane Race Trophy "William Randolph Hearst" c.1941

$4,600
£3,509.69
€3,995.50
CA$6,465.35
A$7,107
CHF 3,731.14
MX$84,507.29
NOK 47,916.30
SEK 43,646.57
DKK 29,852.80

About the Item

Large Art Deco Light Plane Race Trophy "William Randolph Hearst" c.1941..The engraving indicates a trophy for "light plane race sponsored by William Randolph Hearst and won by Carroll L. Johns,, William Randolph Hearst Trophy primarily refers to a historic marksmanship award donated by Hearst for national rifle competitions, especially for ROTC and college teams, featuring a unique Spanish flintlock carbine design that's now awarded in the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) Hearst Doubles Match, though he also sponsored other contests like journalism awards. Hearst also sponsored journalism awards (Hearst Journalism Awards Program) and other contests, with various trophies bearing his name. In essence, when you hear "Hearst Trophy," think of a prestigious marksmanship award rooted in American competitive shooting history, often seen in vintage photos with military and college teams
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Diameter: 20 in (50.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Deco (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1941
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses.
  • Seller Location:
    Buffalo, NY
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1062447972102

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