Figural “Lamp of Knowledge” Trophy, circa 1940’s

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Figural “Lamp of Knowledge” trophy, for academic achievement.  The trophy is of a Classical Greco-Roman oil lamp on a stack of books, a long held symbol of learning.

William Rogers silver plate, circa 1940s with inscription in French.

“Societe D’etude et de Conferences” translates literally to “Study & Conference Company”.

The prize was won by:

Mme. (Madame) G. Nadeau, 1948-49

Mme. J.J. Dunny 1949-50

Mme. Helene Perrier 1950-51

Mme. Jacqueline Chenier 1951-52

Mme. Bernadette Hainaut 1952-53

9” (22.9cm) high, 4 1/2” (11.5cm) diameter at the base.

$995.

Provenance, from a home in Quebec.

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