Springbok House Room 4

Francois Pienaar

This premium display commemorates Francois Pienaar’s
legendary career with Transvaal, featuring a signed Nike
jersey with the iconic Xerox sponsor. A central gold plaque
highlights his famous number 6, flanked by four photographs
of Pienaar in action and celebrating Currie Cup victories.
The collection includes a detailed biographical plaque
documenting his stats and significant contributions to the
sport. During the mid-1990s, Pienaar captained Transvaal to a
historic “Grand Slam” of titles, cementing their dominance in
world rugby. The piece is professionally presented in an ornate
gold frame with team-colored red and white matting.
Ultimately, this memorabilia honors the leadership that paved
the way for South Africa’s historic 1995 World Cup triumph. It
stands as a comprehensive tribute to one of the most
influential figures in rugby history.

Lions

This professionally framed display features a late-1990s
Transvaa (Lions) rugby jersey, showcasing the franchise’s
iconic red and white design. Manufactured by Canterbury,
the jersey is centered around the legendary Xerox sponsor
and is heavily signed by the squad in black ink. It includes
vintage details like the traditional Lion crest and th
94.7 Highveld Stereo sleeve sponsor. This era marked a
significant transition for the Johannesburg-based team as
they evolved into the modern Lions identity. During this
time, the side maintained its reputation for physical
dominance and success at their home ground, Ellis Park.
The piece is housed in a contemporary bronze-toned frame
with a high-contrast red and black mount. Ultimately, this
memorabilia serves as a vital historical record of a
powerhouse era in South African provincial rugby.

Transvaal Rugby

This commemorative plaque, titled “The Year of the
Golden Lion,” celebrates the Transvaal Rugby Union’s
historic 1993 “Grand Slam” season. Under the leadership
of Francois Pienaar and coach Kitch Christie, the team
achieved an unprecedented sweep of the Super 10,
Currie Cup, and Lion Cup titles.
The display features artistic portraits of key figures, action
photography, and a detailed chronicle of their season
highlights. It also honors the squad members who
transitioned to the Springboks, providing the core talent
for South Africa’s 1995 World Cup victory. Professionally
presented in a polished wood frame, this piece serves as a
definitive historical record of the most successful year in
the union’s history.

Raw Of The Lions

Titled “Roar of the Lions,” this custom artwork celebrates the
Lions rugby franchise during their dominant mid-2010s
Super Rugby era. The painting features a fierce lion’s head
and coach Johan Ackermann, surrounded by star players
like Warren Whiteley, Faf de Klerk, and Malcolm Marx.
The canvas is personally signed by the featured athletes in
silver ink and includes a gold-toned nameplate for
identification. Presented in an ornate dark wood frame, this
piece commemorates the team’s journey to three consecutive
finals and their revitalized “Lions Pride” culture.

Golden Lions Currie Cup 125th Anniversay

This premium framed display celebrates the Golden Lions
and the 125th anniversary of the Currie Cup. It features a
hand-signed commemorative jersey with exclusive
“Currie Cup 125” embroidery, alongside three
high-resolution action photos of the team in domestic
competition.
Housed in a deep dark-wood shadow-box frame with a crisp
white gallery mount, this collector’s piece is a definitive
tribute to one of South Africa’s most historic rugby unions
and their enduring legacy at Ellis Park.

Transvaal 1993 Super 10 Championship

This framed commemorative piece celebrates Transvaal’s
landmark victory in the 1993 Super 10 Championship. The
display documents their historic 20–17 final win over
Auckland at Ellis Park, marking Transvaal as the inaugural
champions of the southern hemisphere tournament.
The layout features the crests of all participating global
provinces alongside a detailed match summary and action
photography. Housed in a classic natural wood frame, this
piece is a definitive tribute to a golden era of South African
provincial rugby excellence.