Antique football medal vintage metal art deco Olympic sports trophy

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This antique medal has an elongated escutcheon shape, with a suspension ring at the top. On the visible side, the medal features an Art Deco-style relief decoration, characterized by geometric lines, a semi-circular frieze, and stylized plant motifs. The lower part is adorned with a circular bas-relief medallion depicting two football players in action, with a ball visible on the right, suggesting a sports trophy related to this sport.

The surface reveals a golden to bronze patina, with darker shades in the hollows, accentuating the relief and depth of the motifs. The whole evokes an ancient metallic appearance, without explicit indication of a precious material. The medal is openwork at the top, allowing it to be easily suspended from a ribbon or chain.

The details of the decoration, particularly the foliage and the sports scene, attest to a careful manufacturing typical of sports awards from the early to mid-20th century. No text or markings are legible on the visible side.

The general condition shows some signs of wear and a homogeneous patina, signs of a period object that served as an award during a sporting event, probably a football competition. The edges show slight rubbing, with no major chips visible in the photo.

This type of medal was often awarded during tournaments, championships or sporting events, and its Art Deco style suggests it likely dates from between the 1920s and 1940s.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Old patina, visible signs of wear, reliefs and details generally well preserved. Only the front face is visible in the photo.

Did you know? Art Deco style football medals were frequently awarded during local or national competitions in Europe in the interwar period. Sporting iconography in relief was a common motif to illustrate the spirit of competition and highlight collective performance.

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