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THE HIGHLY IMPORTANT 'TURTLE ABRAM' FRENCH AND INDIAN WAR POLYCHROME-DECORATED MAP PRESENTATION POWDER HORN, JOHNSON HALL, JOHNSTOWN, NEW YORK, MAY 24, 1763 |
Estimate
25,000 - 50,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Length 18 in.; 45.7 cm.
the rectangular reserve inscribed Turtel...Abram his...horn for his aide to ye crown 24th MAY ANo DOMI 1763 AT YE HALL FROM HIS GOOD FRIEND JOHN JOHNSON.
Condition
Overall exceptional condition. Wear, discoloration and surface residue commensurate with age and use. Few, minor age cracks visible to the neck. The nozzle cap has cracked, lacking the finial and the stem is still set in the nozzle.
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.