TitleTrophy, interclub Boxing L Davison 1955Date1955About this objectThis boxing trophy, featuring a gold-toned medallion of two boxers framed by a wreath, is mounted on a dark plastic stand with a metal pedestal. Awarded to L. Davidson in 1955, it represents participation in the inter-club boxing competitions common across Sydney during the mid-20th century.
At this time, boxing was a popular youth and community sport, often supported by local clubs and community organisations.
Trophies such as this one commemorate individual achievement while highlighting the strong role community sporting clubs played in local social life during the 1940s-1950s.Object No.99.62Physical descriptionTrophy, dark brown plastic stand supporting metal pedestal, which supports a 3-D medallion. Medallion made of two pieces screwed together at the back. Flat metal back section attached to pedestal. Front features gold wreath with two boxers juxtaposed in front.Inscriptions & marks"Inter club Boxing L Davidson 1955"DimensionsH: 170 mm Dia: 85 mm Place madeSydney, AustraliaMaterialMetalPlasticSourceLa Perouse MuseumOrganisations (Detailed entries)La Perouse Museum (La Perouse, N.S.W.)ThemesSocial history
