Black Powder Horn, Circa 1700's, Possible German
$450.00
Collectors of Antique Black Powder Horns, take a look at this interesting Black Powder Horn.
Based on condition, design and style of both the flask and the spout, I date this to the late 1700's, possibly German in origin. I have searched every reference book I have and can not find a piece that matches this one closely enough to draw conclusions. I know that both the Italians and Germans of the late 1700's used this conical style. The lack of artistic design or any attention to artistic detail makes me lean toward the more utilitarian minded German nations as an orign for this piece. Though this is just my impression. The Spring is similar to ones produced by the French. The spring on this piece, while not frozen, does not appear to trigger any opening or closing of a gate mechanism. I did not force it. The spout itself and the plate on which it is mounted as well as the base plate appear to be brass. The spring and four rings on the side for a carrier sling are some form of hand forged silverish hard metal.
The horn stands approx. 5 3/4 inches tall from the base to the peak of the brass spout, the base is circular in form and approx. 2 1/2 inches in diameter. The widest point at the base is approx. 3 3/4 across and the neck is its approx 3 1/4 inches wide. The brass spout unscrews and is approx 1 1/2 inches long. The body of the horn shows significant wear, with evidence of repairs of unknown age where the horn meets the base and one below one of the metal rings. There is evidence of some slight insect damage. Structurally the horn remains intact with a lovely patina to the horn surface. For its age and use, this piece remains in good, though unworking, condition. It remains a wonderful example of what a late 1700's powder horn would have looked like and felt like. Please refer to photo's for full perspective.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have.
Based on condition, design and style of both the flask and the spout, I date this to the late 1700's, possibly German in origin. I have searched every reference book I have and can not find a piece that matches this one closely enough to draw conclusions. I know that both the Italians and Germans of the late 1700's used this conical style. The lack of artistic design or any attention to artistic detail makes me lean toward the more utilitarian minded German nations as an orign for this piece. Though this is just my impression. The Spring is similar to ones produced by the French. The spring on this piece, while not frozen, does not appear to trigger any opening or closing of a gate mechanism. I did not force it. The spout itself and the plate on which it is mounted as well as the base plate appear to be brass. The spring and four rings on the side for a carrier sling are some form of hand forged silverish hard metal.
The horn stands approx. 5 3/4 inches tall from the base to the peak of the brass spout, the base is circular in form and approx. 2 1/2 inches in diameter. The widest point at the base is approx. 3 3/4 across and the neck is its approx 3 1/4 inches wide. The brass spout unscrews and is approx 1 1/2 inches long. The body of the horn shows significant wear, with evidence of repairs of unknown age where the horn meets the base and one below one of the metal rings. There is evidence of some slight insect damage. Structurally the horn remains intact with a lovely patina to the horn surface. For its age and use, this piece remains in good, though unworking, condition. It remains a wonderful example of what a late 1700's powder horn would have looked like and felt like. Please refer to photo's for full perspective.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have.
Collectors of Antique Black Powder Horns, take a look at this interesting Black Powder Horn.
Based on condition, design and style of both the flask and the spout, I date this to the late 1700's, possibly German in origin. I have searched every reference book I have and can not find a piece that matches this one closely enough to draw conclusions. I know that both the Italians and Germans of the late 1700's used this conical style. The lack of artistic design or any attention to artistic detail makes me lean toward the more utilitarian minded German nations as an orign for this piece. Though this is just my impression. The Spring is similar to ones produced by the French. The spring on this piece, while not frozen, does not appear to trigger any opening or closing of a gate mechanism. I did not force it. The spout itself and the plate on which it is mounted as well as the base plate appear to be brass. The spring and four rings on the side for a carrier sling are some form of hand forged silverish hard metal.
The horn stands approx. 5 3/4 inches tall from the base to the peak of the brass spout, the base is circular in form and approx. 2 1/2 inches in diameter. The widest point at the base is approx. 3 3/4 across and the neck is its approx 3 1/4 inches wide. The brass spout unscrews and is approx 1 1/2 inches long. The body of the horn shows significant wear, with evidence of repairs of unknown age where the horn meets the base and one below one of the metal rings. There is evidence of some slight insect damage. Structurally the horn remains intact with a lovely patina to the horn surface. For its age and use, this piece remains in good, though unworking, condition. It remains a wonderful example of what a late 1700's powder horn would have looked like and felt like. Please refer to photo's for full perspective.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have.
Based on condition, design and style of both the flask and the spout, I date this to the late 1700's, possibly German in origin. I have searched every reference book I have and can not find a piece that matches this one closely enough to draw conclusions. I know that both the Italians and Germans of the late 1700's used this conical style. The lack of artistic design or any attention to artistic detail makes me lean toward the more utilitarian minded German nations as an orign for this piece. Though this is just my impression. The Spring is similar to ones produced by the French. The spring on this piece, while not frozen, does not appear to trigger any opening or closing of a gate mechanism. I did not force it. The spout itself and the plate on which it is mounted as well as the base plate appear to be brass. The spring and four rings on the side for a carrier sling are some form of hand forged silverish hard metal.
The horn stands approx. 5 3/4 inches tall from the base to the peak of the brass spout, the base is circular in form and approx. 2 1/2 inches in diameter. The widest point at the base is approx. 3 3/4 across and the neck is its approx 3 1/4 inches wide. The brass spout unscrews and is approx 1 1/2 inches long. The body of the horn shows significant wear, with evidence of repairs of unknown age where the horn meets the base and one below one of the metal rings. There is evidence of some slight insect damage. Structurally the horn remains intact with a lovely patina to the horn surface. For its age and use, this piece remains in good, though unworking, condition. It remains a wonderful example of what a late 1700's powder horn would have looked like and felt like. Please refer to photo's for full perspective.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have.
Collectors of Antique Black Powder Horns, take a look at this interesting Black Powder Horn.
Based on condition, design and style of both the flask and the spout, I date this to the late 1700's, possibly German in origin. I have searched every reference book I have and can not find a piece that matches this one closely enough to draw conclusions. I know that both the Italians and Germans of the late 1700's used this conical style. The lack of artistic design or any attention to artistic detail makes me lean toward the more utilitarian minded German nations as an orign for this piece. Though this is just my impression. The Spring is similar to ones produced by the French. The spring on this piece, while not frozen, does not appear to trigger any opening or closing of a gate mechanism. I did not force it. The spout itself and the plate on which it is mounted as well as the base plate appear to be brass. The spring and four rings on the side for a carrier sling are some form of hand forged silverish hard metal.
The horn stands approx. 5 3/4 inches tall from the base to the peak of the brass spout, the base is circular in form and approx. 2 1/2 inches in diameter. The widest point at the base is approx. 3 3/4 across and the neck is its approx 3 1/4 inches wide. The brass spout unscrews and is approx 1 1/2 inches long. The body of the horn shows significant wear, with evidence of repairs of unknown age where the horn meets the base and one below one of the metal rings. There is evidence of some slight insect damage. Structurally the horn remains intact with a lovely patina to the horn surface. For its age and use, this piece remains in good, though unworking, condition. It remains a wonderful example of what a late 1700's powder horn would have looked like and felt like. Please refer to photo's for full perspective.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have.
Based on condition, design and style of both the flask and the spout, I date this to the late 1700's, possibly German in origin. I have searched every reference book I have and can not find a piece that matches this one closely enough to draw conclusions. I know that both the Italians and Germans of the late 1700's used this conical style. The lack of artistic design or any attention to artistic detail makes me lean toward the more utilitarian minded German nations as an orign for this piece. Though this is just my impression. The Spring is similar to ones produced by the French. The spring on this piece, while not frozen, does not appear to trigger any opening or closing of a gate mechanism. I did not force it. The spout itself and the plate on which it is mounted as well as the base plate appear to be brass. The spring and four rings on the side for a carrier sling are some form of hand forged silverish hard metal.
The horn stands approx. 5 3/4 inches tall from the base to the peak of the brass spout, the base is circular in form and approx. 2 1/2 inches in diameter. The widest point at the base is approx. 3 3/4 across and the neck is its approx 3 1/4 inches wide. The brass spout unscrews and is approx 1 1/2 inches long. The body of the horn shows significant wear, with evidence of repairs of unknown age where the horn meets the base and one below one of the metal rings. There is evidence of some slight insect damage. Structurally the horn remains intact with a lovely patina to the horn surface. For its age and use, this piece remains in good, though unworking, condition. It remains a wonderful example of what a late 1700's powder horn would have looked like and felt like. Please refer to photo's for full perspective.
As always, thank you for stopping by the shop and for your interest in this piece. Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions you might have.