$431
Carved Powder Horn Identified to Conrad Frederick Keck, c. 1781, ornate powder horn carved with a panoply of arms and cannons over "PHILADELPHIA" with the city carved below, a heart with "CONRADT/KEICHE/1781" in the center, and foliate designs, lg. 7 1/2 in. Note: Keck is listed as serving in the Northampton County Pennsylvania militia during the American Revolution. Estimate $700-900 Has some patination and the plug is missing, the carving is sharp and in good condition. 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.
Auctioneer:
Skinner
Date:
2018-04-27
