Vintage bronze sports medal old handball trophy player relief

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This old medal features a raised sports scene depicting two players in action during a handball match. The composition highlights one player leaping to catch or throw a ball, while an opponent attempts to block them. The relief work is meticulous, with attention to the volume of the bodies in motion and the clothing details typical of team sports (shorts, short-sleeved jerseys).

The medal is round, topped with a pierced attachment for suspension on a ribbon or chain. Its edge has a gilded or patinated finish, visible on the rim and around the central scene. The center of the medal displays a matte bronze hue, marked by a slight patina from use, enhancing its vintage and authentic character.

The reverse is not visible in the photo, but the richly worked obverse attests to solid craftsmanship and a sporting aesthetic from years past. No text or markings are legible on the exposed side.

The medal shows signs of regular wear on the edges and some minor oxidation marks, typical of an old bronze sports trophy. These signs of time enhance its retro charm and decorative appeal.

This type of medal was frequently awarded at local or regional competitions, particularly in team sports such as handball, a popular discipline in Europe in the 20th century. The object is distinguished by its simplicity and the quality of its three-dimensional representation.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Visible patina, wear on the edges, and oxidation marks consistent with old use. No major chips reported on the visible side.

Did you know? Modern handball was structured in Europe between the two world wars, but it was especially from the 1950s that the discipline spread widely, particularly in France and Germany, leading to the creation of numerous school and university competitions, where this type of medal was regularly awarded to victorious players and teams.

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