{"product_id":"english-silver-plated-stirrup-cup-foxhound","title":"ENGLISH SILVER-PLATED STIRRUP CUP Foxhound","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA finely crafted silver-plated stirrup cup in the form of a foxhound’s head, echoing the refined equestrian traditions of 18th- and 19th-century England. This beautifully detailed piece features a sculptural dog’s head that doubles as the base when inverted — a design that embodies both function and artistry.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe stirrup cup has long been associated with the English fox-hunting tradition, where it was offered to riders while still mounted “in the stirrups” before a hunt began. Typically filled with port, sherry, or brandy, these cups became cherished symbols of camaraderie, ritual, and sporting elegance.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eToday, this piece serves equally well as a bar accessory or decorative object. It can be used as a traditional drinking vessel, or as a measuring cup for cocktails, adding a touch of historical charm to any home bar or drinks trolley. The interior is polished and fully functional, while the exterior boasts a beautifully cast, tactile texture that captures the fine detail of the hound’s fur and expression.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEngland, 20th Century\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSilver plate\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApprox. 4.5” H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent vintage condition with minimal surface wear. Bright polished finish throughout.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Housebound Interiors","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45222428836026,"sku":null,"price":130.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0411\/7145\/2066\/files\/english-silver-plated-stirrup-cup-foxhound-housebound-interiors-30615661904058.jpg?v=1768872788","url":"https:\/\/houseboundinteriors.com\/products\/english-silver-plated-stirrup-cup-foxhound","provider":"Housebound Interiors","version":"1.0","type":"link"}