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Sat, Mar 28, 2020 09:00AM EDT
Lot 1171

19th Century Scrimshawed and Inlaid Powder Horn

Estimate: $2,000 - $4,000

Bid Increments

Price Bid Increment
$0 $25
$100 $50
$1,000 $100
$2,000 $200
$3,000 $250
$5,000 $500
$10,000 $1,000
$20,000 $2,000
$50,000 $5,000
$100,000 $10,000
American, engraved scenes across surface including: lighthouse, homestead with trees and seated dog, ship with American flag, and nesting birds, carved stars throughout, inlaid brass heart, inlaid silver diamond, bead, and cod fish embellishments, carved end cap with red stain and brass fastener, possible composite hanging ring, pine stopper, 14 in., Provenance: Private Collection, North Carolina

Condition

scattered surface scratches, nicks, and chips, residue buildup, some losses to inlay, small crack and separation at edge near end cap, composite hanging ring possibly later, brass fastener possibly later
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