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THE IMPORTANT 'JONATHAN HUNTON' REVOLUTIONARY WAR POWDER HORN, MILFORD, NEW HAMPSHIRE, CIRCA 1775 |
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 USD
bidding is closed
Description
- Length 18 in.; 45.7 cm.
Inscribed JONATHAN HUNTON HIS / HORN MADE AT N MILFORD / JOHN, depicting the coat of arms of the British monarch, a man on horseback, mermaid with a lion's head, bear, deer, birds, fish, wolves, moose, beaver, sea lion and ducks.
Condition
Overall fine condition. Surface wear, discoloration and residue commensurate with age and use. There are some losses to the edges throughout, but consistent with use.
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.