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Silver mounted desk set of two polo ponys hooves, Captain J F Sherer
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Silver mounted desk set of two polo ponys hooves, Captain J F Sherer
5924948 Silver mounted desk set of two polo ponyAs hooves, Captain J F Sherer, 1865 circa (silver) by Indian School, (19th century); National Army Museum, London; (add.info.: Silver mounted desk set of two polo ponyAs hooves engraved with insignia of Captain Joseph Ford Sherer, 49th Bengal Native Infantry, 1865 circa.
No hallmarks, stamped by Allan and Hayes, Calcutta, crescent tally mark, 1865 circa
Although there is no inscription to suggest that these were awarded as trophies, they are among the earliest examples of polo memorabilia belonging to a British Officer.
Described by the Badminton Library book of Riding and Polo as A The Father of PoloA, there is no doubt that Sherer, following a period of service on the North West Frontier, was instrumental in introducing the sport to Europeans. In 1859, as a young lieutenant and adjutant of the 44th (Sylhet) Regiment of (Bengal) Native (Light Infantry) he, and Captain Robert Stewart, Superintendent of Cacha, founded a European polo club. Five years later, Sherer and his team of seven Manipur men nicknamed A The BrothersA took the game to Calcutta. It immediately became very popular, so much so that Sherer was entertained with a great banquet in the Indigo Mart.); eNational Army Museum; Indian, out of copyright
Media ID 22568138
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This print showcases a silver mounted desk set of two polo pony hooves, belonging to Captain J F Sherer. Created by the Indian School in the 19th century, this exquisite piece is now housed at the National Army Museum in London. Engraved with the insignia of Captain Joseph Ford Sherer from the 49th Bengal Native Infantry, these hooves were crafted around 1865. While there are no hallmarks present on this unique desk set, it bears a stamp from Allan and Hayes in Calcutta, along with a crescent tally mark dating back to approximately 1865. Though not explicitly awarded as trophies, these hooves represent some of the earliest examples of polo memorabilia owned by a British Officer. Captain Joseph Ford Sherer holds great significance in the history of polo. Known as "The Father of Polo" he played an instrumental role in introducing this sport to Europeans during his service on the North West Frontier. In collaboration with Captain Robert Stewart, he established a European polo club while serving as adjutant for the 44th (Sylhet) Regiment of (Bengal) Native (Light Infantry). Later on, Sherer and his team known as "The Brothers" brought polo to Calcutta where it gained immense popularity. This remarkable desk set serves as both a testament to Captain J F Sherer's contribution to polo's expansion and an exquisite example of fine craftsmanship from India's rich artistic heritage.
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