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Gunpowder Horn with Great Engravings, 18th Century

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Gunpowder Horn with Great Engravings, 18th Century An antique gunpowder horn made of horn and wood. There are engraved hunting scenes depicting a stylized deer and a chamois group in a rocky scenery. It is handmade in Germany in second half of the 18th century. Measures: Width 1.57" (4cm) Height 5.51" (14cm) Depth 2.56" (6.5cm) artfour is an owner-managed trading company dealing in Black Forest woodcarvings, antler furniture and an impressive variety of unique decorative items. Our antiques are displayed in a 100 years old barn in southern Germany which we have remodeled ourselves. Antique pieces have been our passion since the 1980s. We ship worldwide, perfectly packed and with money back guarantee. This qualifies us as your preferred partner for Black Forest and antique art. This article contains parts of animal origin, which belong to non-endangered and non-threatened animals and follow the US Fish & Wildlife regulations. They are not listed on CITES Appendix I and II. Our international shipping follows all country laws.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.52 in (14 cm)Width: 1.58 in (4 cm)Depth: 2.56 in (6.5 cm)
  • Style:
    Black Forest (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1780
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. All of our items are in very good condition. They have been utilised and therefore may show age-related traces of usage. If not mentioned in the item description they don't have defects. Feel free to contact us for a detailled condition report.
  • Seller Location:
    Berghuelen, DE
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: e41271stDibs: LU988718418002
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