Racquet, Circa 1910

Physical description

A 'Cup Defender' tennis racquet, with: bevelled crown; laminated convex throat; hide reinforcements along underside of shoulders and throat; and fine-grooved, thick octagonal handle. Name of model features across throat on obverse. Materials: Wood, Lacquer, Metal, Glue, Gut, String, Ink, Leather, Hide

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