{"product_id":"antique-plaque-the-rixon-house-shield-authentic-english-antique-pieces-1928","title":"Antique Plaque \"The Rixon House Shield\", Authentic English Antique Pieces, 1928","description":"\u003ch5 data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"201\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia;\"\u003eBeautiful Antique Plaque \"The Rixon House Shield\", Authentic English Antique Pieces, 1928, 20th Century on solid oak background!!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"203\" data-end=\"644\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis substantial commemorative plaque is constructed as a shield-form trophy mounted on a solid oak backboard, centered by a cast and gilt metal escutcheon. The shield is surmounted by a heraldic crest featuring a knight’s helmet, mantling, and armorial bearings, all rendered in high relief with blackened and gilt detailing. Beneath the crest is a scroll bearing a Latin motto, reinforcing the academic and heraldic character of the piece.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"646\" data-end=\"1034\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe main shield is fitted with a series of horizontal brass nameplates, originally intended to record annual winners or honorees. The engraved title reads \u003cstrong data-start=\"801\" data-end=\"835\"\u003e“The Rixon House Shield 1928,”\u003c\/strong\u003e with later engraved dates including \u003cstrong data-start=\"872\" data-end=\"880\"\u003e1957\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"885\" data-end=\"893\"\u003e1959\u003c\/strong\u003e, indicating continued use over several decades. The surface shows an attractive aged patina consistent with long-term institutional display.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1036\" data-end=\"1058\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHistoric Context\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eHouse shields such as this were commonly commissioned by British schools, universities, military academies, and athletic or debating societies during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. “House” competitions—inter-house sports, academics, or leadership contests—were a central feature of British educational culture, and trophies like this served as permanent records of achievement and tradition.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1461\" data-end=\"1797\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe quality of casting, heraldic styling, and formal inscription strongly suggest an origin connected to a British public school or collegiate institution. The continued engraving into the mid-20th century reflects the enduring ceremonial importance of such awards, which were typically displayed in halls, common rooms, or refectories.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1799\" data-end=\"1817\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eMeasurements\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1855\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1855\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1820\" data-end=\"1831\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1840\" data-end=\"1853\"\u003e26 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1856\" data-end=\"1892\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1858\" data-end=\"1868\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1877\" data-end=\"1890\"\u003e18 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1893\" data-end=\"1926\" style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\n\u003ch5 data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1895\" data-end=\"1905\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. \u003cstrong data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1926\"\u003e2 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eWear and imperfections from age, use, and being moved. Some damage on the bottom of the wood mounting.  See photo.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eSeller:  Old  Europe Antique Home Furnishings [512 686 6531]\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eDoor to door delivery available!   Wear and imperfections from age, use, and movement.  Some light use and wear consistent with age, see photos\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eInexpensive shipping options available, contact me for a quote. 21t26\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e   \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e  \"Old World Elegance at Reasonable Prices!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Georgia; color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0999\/0650\/files\/LOGO_ea8a3e01-66c4-466c-a6e7-921da515bfe3.webp?v=1769466080\" alt=\"\" width=\"286\" height=\"286\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47773671162070,"sku":"168098307108","price":1699.15,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.oldeuropeantiques.com\/products\/antique-plaque-the-rixon-house-shield-authentic-english-antique-pieces-1928","provider":"Old Europe Antique Home Furnishings","version":"1.0","type":"link"}