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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
5924952 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 23261348
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This print showcases a stunning 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 unique piece is currently 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 bear no hallmarks but are stamped by Allan and Hayes in Calcutta with a crescent tally mark dating back to approximately 1865. While it is unclear whether they were awarded as trophies, they stand as one of the earliest examples of polo memorabilia owned by a British Officer. Captain Sherer, often referred to as "The Father of Polo" played a pivotal role in introducing this exhilarating sport to Europeans. After serving on the North West Frontier, he co-founded a European polo club alongside Captain Robert Stewart in 1859 while stationed with the 44th (Sylhet) Regiment of (Bengal) Native (Light Infantry). Five years later, Sherer and his team known as "The Brothers" brought polo to Calcutta where it quickly gained popularity. In recognition of his contribution, Sherer was honored with an extravagant banquet at Indigo Mart. This remarkable desk set not only symbolizes Captain J F Sherer's passion for polo but also represents an important milestone in its history. Its intricate craftsmanship and historical significance make it a true treasure within the eNational Army Museum collection.
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