Militaria, Clocks, & Science
Description:
New York Map Horn, c. mid-18th century, horn with pine plug, carved with the royal coat of arms above two cannons, flags, arms, stacked cannonballs, two dogs chasing a buck, Oswego, and sailing ships near the carved spout, overall lg. 14 in.
Estimate $4,000-6,000
Horn is in overall very good condition with one small crack near the plug.
The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of aging. Condition requests can be obtained via email (lot inquiry button) or by telephone to the appropriate gallery location (Boston/617.350.5400 or Marlborough/508.970.3000). Any condition statement given, as a courtesy to a client, is only an opinion and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Skinner Inc. shall have no responsibility for any error or omission.
Christopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
508-970-3200