- Ethnohistorical collection
Plate commemorative
Olivier-Guimond Trophy. Round plaque depicting Quebec comedian Jean Duceppe. The medallion, sock left, features Quebec comedian and humorist Olivier Guimond.
- Accession Number 2022.51
- Date 1974 c
- Materials metal, bronze
- Measurements 32,5 cm
Historical context
The Olivier Guimond trophy was presented to comedian Jean Duceppe (1923-1990) in 1974. The award was created by TV Hebdo and Brasserie Labatt in 1972, following the death of comedian Olivier Guimond (1914-1971). It enables Quebecers to reward an artist each year.
In fact, Olivier Guimond, pictured in the sock at left, is one of Quebec’s most prominent comedians. Making his debut in cabarets at the age of 17, he appeared on te...
- Accession Number 2022.51
- Date 1974 c
- Materials metal, bronze
- Measurements 32,5 cm
© Pointe-à-Callière Collection, 2022.051
Photo by Michel Julien
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