3-039-107 - The Print Collector/Heritage Images

Marriage of Princess Louise: cup given to the Marquis of Lorne by Eton School, 1871. 'The Etonians' present to the Marquis of Lorne was a massive silver tankard, beautifully chased, displaying battle scenes copied from Lebrun, the French painter. The handle is made to represent four satyrs. At the base of the tankard are two silver plates. On one is engraved the Eton College arms, and the other bears the following inscription: "Presented to the Marquis of Lorne on his marriage by the present members of his old school. Eton, 1871." This tankard was made by Messrs. Hancock and Co., of Bruton-street, and cost £150. It was presented by the captains of the school, Mr. Radcliffe, K.S., and Mr. Stapylton'. From "Illustrated London News", 1871.