French Agricultural Plaque 1908 Bronze Competition Award Trophy 0309242

French Agricultural Plaque

This French agricultural plaque represents a competition award from the Societe Departementale d'Agriculture de l'Ailliere dating to 1908. Cast in bronze, this trophy was awarded for livestock breeding, specifically for sheep and animal reproduction as indicated by the raised text "Concours de Moutons Animaux Reproducteurs Prix Supplementaire".

The plaque displays ornate Belle Epoque styling with decorative scrollwork borders and foliate motifs framing the central text. The bronze surface exhibits green patina throughout, particularly visible on the shell-like crown element at the top center. The baroque-inspired design includes curved flourishes and ornamental details typical of early 20th century French institutional awards. A metal hanging loop is attached at the top for display purposes.

Measuring 33cm x 24cm (13" x 9.5"), this substantial bronze piece shows natural aged patina consistent with its 1908 origin. The raised lettering remains clearly legible despite over a century of age. The weathered surface and green oxidation enhance the authentic character of this agricultural competition trophy from rural France.

This French agricultural plaque would appeal to collectors of farming memorabilia, Belle Epoque decorative arts, or French regional history. Such institutional awards document the important tradition of livestock competitions in French agricultural communities.

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