British-American Cup Medal (obverse)

Anthony de Francisci, British-American Cup Medal (obverse), 1922, bronze, Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci, 1966.51.65.1
Copied Anthony de Francisci, British-American Cup Medal (obverse), 1922, bronze, 3 in. (7.6 cm) diam., Smithsonian American Art Museum, Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci, 1966.51.65.1

Artwork Details

Title
British-American Cup Medal (obverse)
Date
1922
Location
Not on view
Dimensions
3 in. (7.6 cm) diam.
Credit Line
Gift of Mrs. Anthony de Francisci
Mediums
Mediums Description
bronze
Classifications
Keywords
  • Figure group — female
  • Allegory
  • Architecture — boat — sailboat
  • Animal — lion
  • Animal — bird — eagle
Object Number
1966.51.65.1

Artwork Description

The British America’s Cup originated in 1921, and was the first contest to race six-meter boats skippered by the two countries. On the obverse, two figures represent Britannia, accompanied by the Lion of England, and Liberty, by the American bald eagle. An inscription on the reverse refers to the Seawanhaka Corinthian Yacht Club, which was the first American group to compete with British yachts off Cowes, Isle of Wight, during the summer of 1921.