Historic Arms & Militaria
Description:
Painted Cheese Box Canteen, c. early 19th century, blue-painted body with "J.R" maker's stamp, "SP" carved on the drum, an old collection label marked "134/War of 1812," leather strap tabs, and a woven cloth strap, dia. 7 1/4, dp. 2 5/8 in.
Provenance: The collection of Ron Tunison.
Estimate $200-400
Some paint loss and carving on the drums but in good condition.
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Keywords
Ron TunisonChristopher D. Fox
Vice President
Director, Historic Arms & Militaria
Associate Deputy Director, American Furniture & Decorative Arts
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