Northern Bowling Association of New Zealand

Title

Northern Bowling Association of New Zealand

Subject

Trophy shield

Description

Large ornate carved shield with a central oval shape featuring a relief of a bowler and "NORTHERN BOWLING ASSOCIATION OF NEW ZEALAND". The shield is carved with many leaves and cones. Small silver engraving disks are attached to the face and these are engraved with the names of previous trophy holders. At the top are small bowling balls, and the base has a carved iron cross.

Date

1897-1913

Identifier

2014-0494

Location

NZBA collection - Northern Bowling Association

Physical Dimensions

54cm x 56cm x 5cm

Materials

Oak, metals and porcelain.

Condition

fair, chipping on decretive edge

Cataloguer

Sue Page

Files

2014-0494s.jpg

Collection

Citation

“Northern Bowling Association of New Zealand,” TSB Bank Bowls New Zealand Museum, accessed May 5, 2024, https://tsbbankbowlsmuseum.omeka.net/items/show/1266.