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The 'Marquis de Layfayette' Engraved Powder Horn, Tim Tansel, circa 1825
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
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Description
- cow horn
- Length 13 1/2 in.
Together with a framed depiction of the present lot initialed R.M.H. and dated 3-9-37. 2 pieces.
Engraved with multiple images including Lafayette on horseback, the United States seal and two hounds hunting a deer. Inscribed E. PLURIBUS UNUM, THUS FAR HAVE I SUNG OF OUR COUNTRY AND LAWS, THE FRIEND OF AMERICAN BRAVE, LA FAYETTE, TIM TANSEL.
Engraved with multiple images including Lafayette on horseback, the United States seal and two hounds hunting a deer. Inscribed E. PLURIBUS UNUM, THUS FAR HAVE I SUNG OF OUR COUNTRY AND LAWS, THE FRIEND OF AMERICAN BRAVE, LA FAYETTE, TIM TANSEL.
Provenance
H.W. Foster, Schenectady, New York;
Jim Dresslar, Bargersville, Indiana.
Jim Dresslar, Bargersville, Indiana.
Literature
American Society of Arms Collectors Bulletin, Vol. 70, 1994, nos. 2 and 7, pp. 70/6-7
Jim Dresslar, Folk Art of Early America: The Engraved Powder Horn, (Bargersville, IN: Dresslar Publishing Co., 1996), pp. 218-9.
Jim Dresslar, Folk Art of Early America: The Engraved Powder Horn, (Bargersville, IN: Dresslar Publishing Co., 1996), pp. 218-9.
Condition
In fine overall condition. Retain a desirable dark yellow-amber patina. Wear commensurate with age.
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.