AMER WINTER 2018
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 2/8/2018
INCREDIBLE CHARLESTON, SOUTH CAROLINA MAP HORN.About 12" overall with silver covered plug. Incredibly carved with exquisite detail showing a view of Charleston and the rivers running from Charleston branching into the "Congarees", "Saux Tee", "Keeowee" and others. Detailed figure of a soldier, two game cocks, two men dueling with swords and other vignettes as can be seen in photos. SIZE: PROVENANCE: An extraordinary private estate collection of a distinguished Virginia gentleman. CONDITION: Very good overall. Good patina and detail. Worn area at base of city drawing as can be seen in photos. Lobe is broken and has been missing for a long time as noted by patina and glue repair between remnant of lobe and silver disc which has engraved border decoration. Accompanied by very good custom stand. 52751-2 JGS (8,000-12,000)