Trophy [Harmon Trophy, 1935]

Maker and role
Roumanbona M'Divani, Designer
E Ausio, Maker
 Production date
1935
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Object detail

Accession number
2012.467
Maker
Roumanbona M'Divani
E Ausio
Production period
1930s
Description
A circular gilded bronze trophy. One side depicts a winged figure standing atop of a mountain, the figures arm is raised and is holding a small plane. Below this is an inscription: 'THE SILVER WINGS OF PEACE, HARMON TROPHY'. Visible on one edge of the trophy is the artists signature: 'M'Divani'. The back of the trophy is inscribed: 'The International League of Aviators / Elects / Jean Batten and Amelia Earhart / As the World's Best Aviatrix / In 1935'.
Presentation Box
Brief History
This prestigious annual award was presented in 1935 to Jean Batten and Amelia Earhart for being the top female aviators (aviatrix) in the world.
Marks
The International League of Aviators / Elects / Jean Batten and Amelia Earhart / As the World's Best Aviatrix / In 1935 Dedication
E. Ausic / PROVENZA376 / Barcelona Maker's Mark
THE / SILVER / WINGS / OF PEACE / HARMON TROPHY/ H. divani / THE INTERNATIONAL LEAGUE OF AVIATORS / ELECTS / JEAN BATTEN / AND / AMELIA EARHART / AS THE / WORLD'S BEST AVIATRIX / IN 1935 Engraved
Doug - This was on exhibit in a / touring exhibition it / is Jean Batten's / Harmon Medal / Lorraine Hand-written
Media/Materials
Processed Material/Metal/Alloy/Copper Alloy/Bronze
Processed Material/Metal/Gold
Organic/Vegetal/Wood
Processed Material/Textile/Velvet
Collection
Trophy Collection
Jean Batten Collection
Credit Line
Roumanbona M'Divani et al. 1935. Trophy [Harmon Trophy, 1935], 2012.467. The Museum of Transport and Technology (MOTAT).

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