October 30, 2019 The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2019
This horn is accompanied by a copy of a description by William Guthman, who sold the horn. The description is on Guthman Americana letterhead and is dated from October of 2002. The slender 10" tapered horn has a period crack repaired with 6 brass stapled and an applied brass plaque at the base, which is neatly inscribed "W. GROFF 1782", which would have been the date of the repair. The horn has a conical relief spot section with facets. The body is engraved "WILLIAM / GROFF HIS POWDER HORN THE 17 DAY 1 Mo. 1773". The replaced wooden plug is slightly domed and has an iron staple in the center. The Groff family was prominent in Lancaster, Pennsylvania during this time period. CONDITION: Very good with a mellow patina and a few scattered scuffs from use. PROVENANCE: William H. Guthman