- 845
Very Fine and Rare Carved and Figured Maple Flintlock Kentucky Rifle, Peter Berry (d. 1836), DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pennsylvania, circa 1820
Estimate
20,000 - 25,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- maple, gunworks
- Overall length 56 in.; Barrel Length 40 1/2 in.
Top of barrel inscribed Pe. Berry.
The rifle is relief carved to the rear of the cheekpiece with C-scrolls that extend under and forward of the cheek piece. The gun is carved to the rear of the tang, to the rear of the ramrod pipe and forward of the trigger guard. Molded lines run from the lock and sideplate to the rear ramrod pipe.
The rifle is relief carved to the rear of the cheekpiece with C-scrolls that extend under and forward of the cheek piece. The gun is carved to the rear of the tang, to the rear of the ramrod pipe and forward of the trigger guard. Molded lines run from the lock and sideplate to the rear ramrod pipe.
Condition
Lacking one silver staple on proper left side at muzzle end.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.