October 30, 2019 The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 10/30/2019
This attractive architectural powder horn measures about 12" overall. The spout section features scalloped relief ring turnings below a vase shaped gadrooned section terminating in a relief ring and a small inset horn spout. The next section is faceted, followed by relief rings; one scalloped. The following section features a spiraling, gadrooned pattern with one of the flat areas dated 1779, followed by two relief rings; one with a zig-zag pattern. The remainder of the horn has a relief spiraling band with scalloping on both sides and terminating with two relief bands at the butt. The flat, wooden plug has a beveled edge and the knob has been replaced, possibly during the period of use. CONDITION: Some minor chips near spout, otherwise retaining a pleasing, dark patina. One area is slightly lighter from an old label which was once applied near the butt. This is a very unusual and attractive powder horn. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Valley Forge Antiques.