Name/Title
TrophyEntry/Object ID
1972.143.1Description
Horse racing trophy in ewer form. An inscription on its base reads, "Won by Ormond for Harriet." The trophy is made of sterling silver and features repoussé reliefs in a chinoiserie style design with large flowers, leaf scrolls, moths, and a pagoda type building.Context
When the horses of the Hampton family won races, the family often used portions of the winnings to purchase fine trophies in remembrance of the victory and to display their wealth. This trophy, made by silversmith Samuel Kirk (1793–1872) of Baltimore, was for Harriet Flud Hampton (1823–1848), daughter of Wade Hampton II (1791–1858), after racehorse Ormond's victory.
Sired by thoroughbred racehorse Sir Charles (foaled 1816), Ormond was one of Wade Hampton II's many horses. According to the nationally published newspaper "Spirit of the Times," the stallion was a chestnut colt born sometime in 1833. Ormond was advertised for sale several times in 1839 out of Kentucky by his owner, who lived in Richmond, Virginia, where Hampton II bought several racehorses. Ormond later sired the mare Sartoria, who birthed the racehorse Van Buren.Made/Created
Artist Information
Artist
Samuel KirkRole
MakerDate made
circa 1840Inscription/Signature/Marks
Type
InscriptionLocation
BaseTranscription
Won by Ormond for HarrietMaterial/Technique
InscribedType
Makers MarkLocation
BaseTranscription
S. KirkMaterial/Technique
StampedDimensions
Height
13-3/8 inWidth
7-1/4 inRelationships
Related Person or Organization
Person or Organization
Wade Hampton II, Harriet Hampton, S. Kirk and Sons
