August 29-30, 2018 Fine Art, Asian & Antiques
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 8/30/2018
Silver plated presentation trumpet won at Augusta, Maine on September 24, 1869. A spectacular example of a "naked lady" trumpet. She is holding a sickle and wheat sheaves to commemorate the harvest festival. Features eagle tassel holders and applied medallions of Roman soldiers on the bell. An early example of this trumpet style. From the Ray Bentley Collection.
Condition: (Very Good - Excellent).
Item Dimensions: 22 - 1/4" x 8 - 1/2".