Artefacts

Olympic challenge trophy for the classic pentathlon, presented by King Gustav V of Sweden, put back into play during two Olympic Games.

Physical description

Bust of Charles XII (1683-1718), King of Sweden from 1700 to 1718. Caption on the base: "Konug Gustaf V av Sverige skänkte della vandringspris olympiska spelens täflan i femkamp Stockholm 1912". Signed and dated: Herman Bergman Stockholm 1912.

Materials

bronze

Colors

bronze

Dimension

78 x 60 x 45 cm