O'Connor's Americana Collection

O'Connor's Americana Collection

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'green Mountain Boy' Jonathan Armstrong's 1775 Appointment As Sergeant

Lot # 51 (Sale Order: 51 of 206)      

EASTON, James (1728-1796), as colonel upon Continental service; autograph document signed (ADS), dated 'Crown Point/ July 1st: 1775"; one page, quarto sheet (9 3/4 x 7 3/4 inches), ink on laid paper, some separation at the folds. With fringed leather "possbles" bag with original leather cord, 7.5 x 5 inches that is most likely associated with Jonathan Armstrong, although a note in Mr. O'Connor's hand states that it belonged to Francis Pfister (although upon what authority is unknown). 2 pieces. On May 1, 1775, Captain Edward Mott from Connecticut met with Major John Brown and Colonel James Easton at the latter's tavern in Pittsfield to make initial plans to seize badly needed artillery and munitions from the British garrison at Fort Ticonderoga. The initial force consisted of Mott's 16 Connecticut volunteers, plus additional Berkshire men recruited from Easton's Massachusetts militia regiment, which joined forces with volunteers from the Green Mountain Boys of the Hampshire Grants six days later. The entire force was placed under command of Ethan Allen of the Green Mountain Boys, with Easton as second-in-command. The force, numbering some 180 men, was divided, with the main force of some 140 men under Allen and Easton, marched towards Fort Ti (captured on the evening of May 10th). Captain Samuel Herrick's company of volunteers, including Jonathan Armstrong (1743-1826), headed to the Loyalist settlement of Skenesborough (Whitehall) at the south end of Lake George, to seize the shipyard and sawmill, which was captured on the morning of the 11th. Herrick, Armstrong and most of the company sailed for Ticonderoga later that day aboard a captured schooner, christened Liberty. There they remained in garrison, until sent to occupy Crown Point. Easton later traveled to Boston to inform the Provincial Congress of the capture of the lake posts and returned later that summer, now a colonel in the Continental forces and bearing orders to recruit men for his new regiment, the initial corpus of which was formed from Herrick's company at Crown Point. The earliest, and certainly one of only a handful of documents to survive from Easton's Regiment of 1775, is this military appointment , "To Mr. Jonathan Armstrong, Confiding in Your Loyalty to Your Country and Your Good Conduct, I Do hearby Constitute and Appoint you to do the Dewty [sic] of the Second Serg[ean]t in Capt. Samuel Herrick's Companey, Commanding the Soldiers to Obey you as Such and You to Conform Your Self to the Rules of the Commanding or other Superior officers for Which This Shall be Your Sufficient Warrant. Given under my hand The Day and Date above} [signed] James Easton Colo[nel]". Colonel Easton, Captain Herrick, newly-promoted Sergeant Armstrong and the rest of the skeleton regiment sailed north from Crown Point a few days later and took part in the captures of the St. Johns, Fort Chambly and eventually, Montreal. With the expiration of their enlistments on 1 January 1776, most of these survivors of the brutal Canadian campaign made their ways homeward from Canada, Armstrong among them. Now 32, he was war-weary, having first "seen the elephant" as a teenager serving in the Connecticut Provincials, one of four soldiers from his company to return from Cuba after the taking of Havana in 1762. Like his former commanders Easton and Herrick, Armstrong was a Connecticut native, Norwich-born, but moved to the Hampshire Grants in search of land and better opportunities. When the German and Loyalist forces under Baum marched on Bennington in August 1777, he responded one last time to the call for arms--fighting as an unattached volunteer in the attack on the Tory Redoubt on August 16th. That fall, Armstrong moved to the fledgling settlement of Dorset in Bennington County (Vermont) and became an active member of the community, raising a sizeable family there. An incredibly rare grouping of a Green Mountain Boy involved in the Ticonderoga and Canadian expeditions of 1775, as well as the decisive battle of Bennington two years later. Condition:Dimensions:
EASTON, James (1728-1796), as colonel upon Continental service; autograph document signed (ADS), dated 'Crown Point/ July 1st: 1775"; one page, quarto sheet (9 3/4 x 7 3/...more4 inches), ink on laid paper, some separation at the folds. With fringed leather "possbles" bag with original leather cord, 7.5 x 5 inches that is most likely associated with Jonathan Armstrong, although a note in Mr. O'Connor's hand states that it belonged to Francis Pfister (although upon what authority is unknown). 2 pieces. On May 1, 1775, Captain Edward Mott from Connecticut met with Major John Brown and Colonel James Easton at the latter's tavern in Pittsfield to make initial plans to seize badly needed artillery and munitions from the British garrison at Fort Ticonderoga. The initial force consisted of Mott's 16 Connecticut volunteers, plus additional Berkshire men recruited from Easton's Massachusetts militia regiment, which joined forces with volunteers from the Green Mountain Boys of the Hampshire Grants six days later. The entire force was placed under command of Ethan Allen of the Green Mountain Boys, with Easton as second-in-command. The force, numbering some 180 men, was divided, with the main force of some 140 men under Allen and Easton, marched towards Fort Ti (captured on the evening of May 10th). Captain Samuel Herrick's company of volunteers, including Jonathan Armstrong (1743-1826), headed to the Loyalist settlement of Skenesborough (Whitehall) at the south end of Lake George, to seize the shipyard and sawmill, which was captured on the morning of the 11th. Herrick, Armstrong and most of the company sailed for Ticonderoga later that day aboard a captured schooner, christened Liberty. There they remained in garrison, until sent to occupy Crown Point. Easton later traveled to Boston to inform the Provincial Congress of the capture of the lake posts and returned later that summer, now a colonel in the Continental forces and bearing orders to recruit men for his new regiment, the initial corpus of which was formed from Herrick's company at Crown Point. The earliest, and certainly one of only a handful of documents to survive from Easton's Regiment of 1775, is this military appointment , "To Mr. Jonathan Armstrong, Confiding in Your Loyalty to Your Country and Your Good Conduct, I Do hearby Constitute and Appoint you to do the Dewty [sic] of the Second Serg[ean]t in Capt. Samuel Herrick's Companey, Commanding the Soldiers to Obey you as Such and You to Conform Your Self to the Rules of the Commanding or other Superior officers for Which This Shall be Your Sufficient Warrant. Given under my hand The Day and Date above} [signed] James Easton Colo[nel]". Colonel Easton, Captain Herrick, newly-promoted Sergeant Armstrong and the rest of the skeleton regiment sailed north from Crown Point a few days later and took part in the captures of the St. Johns, Fort Chambly and eventually, Montreal. With the expiration of their enlistments on 1 January 1776, most of these survivors of the brutal Canadian campaign made their ways homeward from Canada, Armstrong among them. Now 32, he was war-weary, having first "seen the elephant" as a teenager serving in the Connecticut Provincials, one of four soldiers from his company to return from Cuba after the taking of Havana in 1762. Like his former commanders Easton and Herrick, Armstrong was a Connecticut native, Norwich-born, but moved to the Hampshire Grants in search of land and better opportunities. When the German and Loyalist forces under Baum marched on Bennington in August 1777, he responded one last time to the call for arms--fighting as an unattached volunteer in the attack on the Tory Redoubt on August 16th. That fall, Armstrong moved to the fledgling settlement of Dorset in Bennington County (Vermont) and became an active member of the community, raising a sizeable family there. An incredibly rare grouping of a Green Mountain Boy involved in the Ticonderoga and Canadian expeditions of 1775, as well as the decisive battle of Bennington two years later. Condition:Dimensions:

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(a) Documented 1803 Dated John Brady Lehigh Percussion Kentucky Rifle With Indian Sideplate And Map

Lot # 52 (Sale Order: 52 of 206)      

This rifle, dated 1803, and inscribed "John Brady" on the patchbox lid, is the only Kentucky Longrifle known with a map engraved on the patchbox. This rifle is featured in an article by Walter O'Connor in the 2014 Winter Edition of "American Tradition" as well as an article in the "KRA Bulletin". The article is titled, "The John Brady Rifle: Its Map Patchbox And Related Accouterments" and features this rifle on pages 4-14. The original owner of this rifle was John Brady Jr., who was born in 1762 near Shippensburg, in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania. He was the fourth son of the famous Captain John Brady of noble Irish descent. When Washington moved his army to the banks of the Brandywine in 1777, John Brady Jr. was by his father's side with a rifle in his hands and greatly distinguished himself. Returning home to protect the Muncy frontiers, Captain Brady was ambushed and killed by Indians while en route with supplies from Fort Muncy to his own refuge on April 11, 1779. John Brady Jr. was married in 1785 and went on to become sheriff of Northumberland County in 1794. During his three year term, he was in the Whiskey rebellion, and a vivid account of the fiasco is recorded in the annals of Northumberland. He died in 1809 and is buried in Lewisberg, Pennsylvania. His rifle has graceful lines but is notably plain and utilitarian. It was evidently given to him in 1803 and remains well preserved today. The underside of the barrel is marked "J.W.". Though it is void of carving and inlay, except for a simple crescent moon on the cheekrest. It exhibits one bit of decoration which makes it unique and distinguishes it from all other Kentucky rifles known to collectors. Engraved upon its 9-1/2" four piece brass patchbox is a quaint map depicting the waterways, villages and fortifications which figured so decisively in the life and times of its owner. This was a mode of art which customarily adorned the powder horn and assisted the traveler. The patchbox is also inscribed "JOHN BRADY/ 1803 At/Muncy" and features a compass on the lid. Patchbox depicts the Susquehanna River, Shamokin Creek, Shamokin, Fort Augusta, Sunbury, North Branch, Shamokin Island, Chillisqueque Creek, Warrior Run, Muncy Creek, Fort Muncy, and several other small creeks. The brass side plate features a deer and an Indian paddling down river in a canoe with a rocker panel border around the perimeter. There is a small vacant brass escutcheon and a pinned unengraved toeplate. The partially figured full length maple stock is of classic Lehigh County form and features a Roman nose buttstock. The lock has sprigs of engraving at the tail and was converted to percussion during the rifles period of use. The rifle is in very good condition. The octagonal barrel retains a dark brown patina and still shows deep rifling. Only some minor corrosion at the breech. The lock is crisp and functions well, retaining a dark patina matching that of the barrel. All of the brass furniture retains a dark unpolished patina. The stock is excellent with no restoration and shows only a few scattered marks from use. The accessories associated with this rifle include: A) Panther's tooth found in the rifle's patchbox with a period note that reads "Panther's Tooth Captured by one of the Brady Family". B) An antler handled knife with traces of "Warranted" on blade and a note which reads "Found on the site of the Brady Stockade by William McCarty son of Benjamin McCarty about the year 1790. received from the widow of William McCarty 1872 by his son George McCarty and is still in the family", signed Harry McCarty, Muncy PA. C) A wrapped eye ax made from a Swiss planer blade and described in a note dated 1879, which reads "Tomahawk supposed to of been made from an old sweedish plane iron by the Indians. Was found by S.G. Cartledge in 1862 with other Indian curiosities including Pikes made from bayonets, crows feet, axes, arrow heads, at old Fort Brady at the junction of the West-branch of the Susquehanna and Muncy Creek Lycoming Co, Pennsylvania, 1879." D) A portion of a 1777 pay receipt signed by Captain John Brady (one of only two known signatures for him) and written in his hand. E) An old note found in the barrel, which describes the rifle when it was a part of the John Laidacker Collection. F) Letter in the hand of John Jr.'s brother, Hugh Brady (1768-1851) recommending a Junior Officer for promotion, and G) A 1780 dated delivery to Bedford, Pennsylvania of supplies, listing Sam Brady. The rifle includes an archive of research, provenance, and historical information on the rifle, the Brady family, and Muncy. CORRECTION: Attributed to Gideon Angstadt. Please visit our website for the full description.

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Engraved Powder Horn Of Elijah Sharp, Dated 1759, Fort Edward, "defiance To The Proud French".

Lot # 53 (Sale Order: 53 of 206)      

This Fort Edward horn is inscribed: "Fort Edward - June 17 : 1759 - Elijah Sharp" "His - horn Succefs to the Brittifh Arms" "My : Powder : With : my : Brother : Ball : we : Herow : Like : do" "Conquer : all" "Our : Duke : is : a Bold Commander" "this is Defiance" "To the Proud French" "Goos & Fox" This horn is extensively decorated with animals, panels and abstract, wavy lines. The artwork is of a generally high caliber. Animals included on this horn are a mythical griffin, alligator, birds, deer, fox, goose and a well executed dog. There is a hunter who appears to be shooting a fox, which is chasing a goose. There is a blank cartouche with some shading above a cityscape with a shooting cannon. A simple herringbone type border is located below the scalloping at the beginning of the recessed portion of the horn. A simple border is also found at the plug end with a series of shaded half circles on the lobe. The very slightly domed, pine butt plug is attached with iron pins. There are six iron brads that remain on the plug with pieces of the original strap still attached. The horn measures 13 - 1/2 " overall. This horn was recorded and drawn, in a stylized manner to showcase its engraving, by Rufus Grider on February 25, 1888 (Drawing F.W. 127). Grider lived in Lititz, PA and travelled extensively in the late nineteenth century to record horns of note. A color copy of this drawing is included. The horn is found in Grancsay's "American Powder Horns" on page 67, number 764. Condition: Very Good. Horn has a nice patina on all surfaces. There is slight crazing and darkness around the engraving of an insect, as well as a small area above the cannon, probably from water damage.Condition:Dimensions:
This Fort Edward horn is inscribed: "Fort Edward - June 17 : 1759 - Elijah Sharp" "His - horn Succefs to the Brittifh Arms" "My : Powder : With : my : Brother : Ball : we...more : Herow : Like : do" "Conquer : all" "Our : Duke : is : a Bold Commander" "this is Defiance" "To the Proud French" "Goos & Fox" This horn is extensively decorated with animals, panels and abstract, wavy lines. The artwork is of a generally high caliber. Animals included on this horn are a mythical griffin, alligator, birds, deer, fox, goose and a well executed dog. There is a hunter who appears to be shooting a fox, which is chasing a goose. There is a blank cartouche with some shading above a cityscape with a shooting cannon. A simple herringbone type border is located below the scalloping at the beginning of the recessed portion of the horn. A simple border is also found at the plug end with a series of shaded half circles on the lobe. The very slightly domed, pine butt plug is attached with iron pins. There are six iron brads that remain on the plug with pieces of the original strap still attached. The horn measures 13 - 1/2 " overall. This horn was recorded and drawn, in a stylized manner to showcase its engraving, by Rufus Grider on February 25, 1888 (Drawing F.W. 127). Grider lived in Lititz, PA and travelled extensively in the late nineteenth century to record horns of note. A color copy of this drawing is included. The horn is found in Grancsay's "American Powder Horns" on page 67, number 764. Condition: Very Good. Horn has a nice patina on all surfaces. There is slight crazing and darkness around the engraving of an insect, as well as a small area above the cannon, probably from water damage.Condition:Dimensions:

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Signed Jacob Gay Powder Horn Of John Mckeen, Dated 1759, Ex. Guthman, Dupont Collections.

Lot # 54 (Sale Order: 54 of 206)      

This folk art horn is inscribed: " CAptn IOHN McKEEN" "Jacob gay hand" "July 6 1759" "TEK CAR OF Your HED" (According to Walter, the engraver advises this horn's owner to 'watch his scalp') "Couonoto 1777 (?)" (This inscription is in a different and later hand) The British Coat of Arms is whimsically engraved with Jacob Gay's distinctive and expressive lion. In a panel under the seal, Gay has carved the owner's name with several wonderful faces and designs, illuminating the letters. A panel under the name plate shows a rare depiction of a detailed file of nine soldiers wearing mitre caps. Six of the soldiers are marching or preparing to present arms. The lead group of three soldiers appear to be in the typical British formation and are pictured shooting at a well dressed Indian, who is returning fire from behind a tree. Some other images included on this horn are a large, whimsical four legged animal which appears to be pawing at an unknown bird roosted at the top of a tree, and a stag. A partial border of organic shapes and foliage is present at both ends of the raised part of the horn. There is also a crudely drawn soldier or Indian holding a sword by an unknown hand. Another well detailed image of a mitre capped soldier, who is depicted smoking what appears to be clay pipe and brandishing a longarm is present, and possibly of a different hand. This horn is fitted with a flat, pine butt cap. It is missing its finial and is surrounded by a sawtooth horn border, which protrudes above the cap. The cap is secured by two iron pins. There is a crudely scalloped border at the beginning of the darker, recessed portion of the horn. Below the spout are two rings for a carrying strap. This horn measures 11 inches overall. The horn is signed by its carver, the skilled Jacob Gay. There is a John McKeen who was born April 13, 1714 in Ireland and died October 9, 1793, aged 79 years. He died at Londonderry, Rockingham County, New Hampshire and is buried at the Forest Hill Cemetery East Derry, Rockingham County, New Hampshire. This horn is pictured and described on page 28, plate 22 of John DuMont's book "American Engraved Powder Horns". A similar signed Jacob Gay horn is pictured and described on page 89 of Tom Grinslade's book "Powder Horns". Jacob Gay carved the horn pictured at "CAMbRIDG". Condition: Very Good, as described. This horn displays a beautiful, mellow, honey toned patina. All of the images are intact and discernable, although in some cases a bit worn, as would be expected. The finial, which would have been attached to the plug, is no longer present. There are several areas of damage to the sawtooth border at the butt cap end of the horn. A one inch hairline crack also exists at this location. There is a half inch area of chipping on one of the rings below the spout, as well as other minor abrasions. Half of the spout tip is missing for approximately one inch from the tip. This edges of this breakage have become smooth. Condition:Dimensions:
This folk art horn is inscribed: " CAptn IOHN McKEEN" "Jacob gay hand" "July 6 1759" "TEK CAR OF Your HED" (According to Walter, the engraver advises this horn's owner to...more 'watch his scalp') "Couonoto 1777 (?)" (This inscription is in a different and later hand) The British Coat of Arms is whimsically engraved with Jacob Gay's distinctive and expressive lion. In a panel under the seal, Gay has carved the owner's name with several wonderful faces and designs, illuminating the letters. A panel under the name plate shows a rare depiction of a detailed file of nine soldiers wearing mitre caps. Six of the soldiers are marching or preparing to present arms. The lead group of three soldiers appear to be in the typical British formation and are pictured shooting at a well dressed Indian, who is returning fire from behind a tree. Some other images included on this horn are a large, whimsical four legged animal which appears to be pawing at an unknown bird roosted at the top of a tree, and a stag. A partial border of organic shapes and foliage is present at both ends of the raised part of the horn. There is also a crudely drawn soldier or Indian holding a sword by an unknown hand. Another well detailed image of a mitre capped soldier, who is depicted smoking what appears to be clay pipe and brandishing a longarm is present, and possibly of a different hand. This horn is fitted with a flat, pine butt cap. It is missing its finial and is surrounded by a sawtooth horn border, which protrudes above the cap. The cap is secured by two iron pins. There is a crudely scalloped border at the beginning of the darker, recessed portion of the horn. Below the spout are two rings for a carrying strap. This horn measures 11 inches overall. The horn is signed by its carver, the skilled Jacob Gay. There is a John McKeen who was born April 13, 1714 in Ireland and died October 9, 1793, aged 79 years. He died at Londonderry, Rockingham County, New Hampshire and is buried at the Forest Hill Cemetery East Derry, Rockingham County, New Hampshire. This horn is pictured and described on page 28, plate 22 of John DuMont's book "American Engraved Powder Horns". A similar signed Jacob Gay horn is pictured and described on page 89 of Tom Grinslade's book "Powder Horns". Jacob Gay carved the horn pictured at "CAMbRIDG". Condition: Very Good, as described. This horn displays a beautiful, mellow, honey toned patina. All of the images are intact and discernable, although in some cases a bit worn, as would be expected. The finial, which would have been attached to the plug, is no longer present. There are several areas of damage to the sawtooth border at the butt cap end of the horn. A one inch hairline crack also exists at this location. There is a half inch area of chipping on one of the rings below the spout, as well as other minor abrasions. Half of the spout tip is missing for approximately one inch from the tip. This edges of this breakage have become smooth. Condition:Dimensions:

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Jacob Gay Attributed Powder Horn Engraved With Animals And British Crest, Dated 1802.

Lot # 55 (Sale Order: 55 of 206)      

The central image on this horn appears to be a large, upside down shield shape, which is intertwined with two turkeys. There is a date of "1802" below the shield, which was carved deeper and possibly later. This central image is flanked on both sides by what appears to be a fanciful lion and leopard. These animal figures are standing on a panel of geometric shapes, terminating in a heart and floral spray. This horn also displays labeled images of several animals, which include a "BEAR", "APE", "OUNCE", "THE LAMIA", and "WHITE BEAR". Unlabeled animals include a hare and an unknown four legged beast. This horn features neat scalloping at the beginning of the darker, recessed portion of the horn. There is a carved ring below the slender, cannon barreled spout. The slightly domed, pine butt plug is secured with iron pins. There are three holes and two nails remaining on the top of the plug, which were used to secure the strap. This horn measures 12 inches overall. Walter attributed this horn to carver Jacob Gay. In this sale, there is a signed Jacob Gay horn which belonged to John McKeen and is dated 1759. Condition: Very Good. This horn displays a nice mellow patina. Minor nicks and abrasions are present on the ring below the spout. Three minor hairline cracks are located at the spout. Otherwise, there is the usual minor wear from use.Condition:Dimensions:
The central image on this horn appears to be a large, upside down shield shape, which is intertwined with two turkeys. There is a date of "1802" below the shield, which w...moreas carved deeper and possibly later. This central image is flanked on both sides by what appears to be a fanciful lion and leopard. These animal figures are standing on a panel of geometric shapes, terminating in a heart and floral spray. This horn also displays labeled images of several animals, which include a "BEAR", "APE", "OUNCE", "THE LAMIA", and "WHITE BEAR". Unlabeled animals include a hare and an unknown four legged beast. This horn features neat scalloping at the beginning of the darker, recessed portion of the horn. There is a carved ring below the slender, cannon barreled spout. The slightly domed, pine butt plug is secured with iron pins. There are three holes and two nails remaining on the top of the plug, which were used to secure the strap. This horn measures 12 inches overall. Walter attributed this horn to carver Jacob Gay. In this sale, there is a signed Jacob Gay horn which belonged to John McKeen and is dated 1759. Condition: Very Good. This horn displays a nice mellow patina. Minor nicks and abrasions are present on the ring below the spout. Three minor hairline cracks are located at the spout. Otherwise, there is the usual minor wear from use.Condition:Dimensions:

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Diminutive Powder Horn Of John Lenord, Dated April 1777 And Attributed To Jacob Gay.

Lot # 56 (Sale Order: 56 of 206)      

This diminutive horn is inscribed: "John" "LENORD" "His Horn April" "1777" The central motif on this horn is John Lenord's name and information in a decorative panel. It is flanked by a wonderfully envisioned lion and a four legged animal (?). These figures, along with the decorative panel, are surrounded by vines and foliage. This panel is topped by two hares and a tree, on which several birds are perched alongside what appears to be two squirrels. Flanking this tree, there is a menacing colonist with a pistol aimed at an Indian, who is returning the favor with a bow and arrow. The other theme on this horn is a grouping of seven running animals, with the first initial above each animal, excepting the "WASOC" and "CAT". There is fine scalloping at both the beginning of the recessed portion and at the flat pine plug. The plug, which is attached with wooden pins, is carved with the initials "IL". At the plug end of the horn, there is a petite lobe that extends about 1/4 of an inch from the scalloped edge. There are two rings below the faceted spout. This horn measures 8 inches overall. Walter attributed this this horn to the carver Jacob Gay. Records show there was a John Leonard Sr who was born 29 Aug 1739 in Sadsbury, Chester, Pennsylvania. He served as a Colonel in the Revolutionary War, according to a 1775 dated document and died on 23 Oct 1812 in Clinton, Ohio. Condition: Excellent. There is a fine hairline crack between the two holes on the lobe.Condition:Dimensions:
This diminutive horn is inscribed: "John" "LENORD" "His Horn April" "1777" The central motif on this horn is John Lenord's name and information in a decorative panel. It ...moreis flanked by a wonderfully envisioned lion and a four legged animal (?). These figures, along with the decorative panel, are surrounded by vines and foliage. This panel is topped by two hares and a tree, on which several birds are perched alongside what appears to be two squirrels. Flanking this tree, there is a menacing colonist with a pistol aimed at an Indian, who is returning the favor with a bow and arrow. The other theme on this horn is a grouping of seven running animals, with the first initial above each animal, excepting the "WASOC" and "CAT". There is fine scalloping at both the beginning of the recessed portion and at the flat pine plug. The plug, which is attached with wooden pins, is carved with the initials "IL". At the plug end of the horn, there is a petite lobe that extends about 1/4 of an inch from the scalloped edge. There are two rings below the faceted spout. This horn measures 8 inches overall. Walter attributed this this horn to the carver Jacob Gay. Records show there was a John Leonard Sr who was born 29 Aug 1739 in Sadsbury, Chester, Pennsylvania. He served as a Colonel in the Revolutionary War, according to a 1775 dated document and died on 23 Oct 1812 in Clinton, Ohio. Condition: Excellent. There is a fine hairline crack between the two holes on the lobe.Condition:Dimensions:

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Powder Horn Attributed To The Master Carver Engraved With Detailed Military Scenes.

Lot # 57 (Sale Order: 57 of 206)      

A beautifully executed and well designed horn with intricate details. This horn has been known in the collecting community because of its image of a soldier with a lady in a compromising position. The horn is inscribed "W R : S." "in : c : s. c. Y" "H B." This has been determined that this probably stands for "William R. Sutherland in Captain Sinclair's (77th Highlanders) Ye Highland Battalion." See the Alexander Sutherland powder horn in this sale, also attributed to The Master Carver. This other horn has a similar inscription, but completely written out, rather than abbreviated. Additional images engraved on this horn include a Highlander with basket- hilted sword, Indians with weapons and a British flag. A horseman and hounds, along with Hussars/mounted soldiers with swords drawn are also engraved. There is a fort with a British flag at the spout and another palatial building at the butt end. A six horse drawn wagon and a wonderfully detailed insect are also pictured. This horn is fitted with a nicely patinated, domed butt cap with an iron staple. The plug is secured with eight wooden pegs. The horn measures 10 - 1/2 " overall. This is one of 19 known horns, which Walter attributed to the skilled hand of The Master Carver. This horn was included in James E. Routh, Jr's presentation "American Engraved Powder Horns" found in Bulletin Number 42 of The American Society of Arms Collectors from Spring 1980. According to Routh, "this horn may have belonged to a member of Archibald Montgomery's Highland Regiment which was active in New York during the French and Indian War. The engraved design is European in concept. Incongruous are figures of Indians sandwiched between Scotts, Turks and European castles. Letters engraved on the horn are as yet undeciphered." Ex. Joe Kindig. Condition: Excellent, as described. Beautiful honey colored patina. Horn appears to have had a charger at the spout, which is now missing. There is chipping and small hairline cracks at the tip. It also appears to have had an extended lobe which is now missing.Condition:Dimensions:
A beautifully executed and well designed horn with intricate details. This horn has been known in the collecting community because of its image of a soldier with a lady i...moren a compromising position. The horn is inscribed "W R : S." "in : c : s. c. Y" "H B." This has been determined that this probably stands for "William R. Sutherland in Captain Sinclair's (77th Highlanders) Ye Highland Battalion." See the Alexander Sutherland powder horn in this sale, also attributed to The Master Carver. This other horn has a similar inscription, but completely written out, rather than abbreviated. Additional images engraved on this horn include a Highlander with basket- hilted sword, Indians with weapons and a British flag. A horseman and hounds, along with Hussars/mounted soldiers with swords drawn are also engraved. There is a fort with a British flag at the spout and another palatial building at the butt end. A six horse drawn wagon and a wonderfully detailed insect are also pictured. This horn is fitted with a nicely patinated, domed butt cap with an iron staple. The plug is secured with eight wooden pegs. The horn measures 10 - 1/2 " overall. This is one of 19 known horns, which Walter attributed to the skilled hand of The Master Carver. This horn was included in James E. Routh, Jr's presentation "American Engraved Powder Horns" found in Bulletin Number 42 of The American Society of Arms Collectors from Spring 1980. According to Routh, "this horn may have belonged to a member of Archibald Montgomery's Highland Regiment which was active in New York during the French and Indian War. The engraved design is European in concept. Incongruous are figures of Indians sandwiched between Scotts, Turks and European castles. Letters engraved on the horn are as yet undeciphered." Ex. Joe Kindig. Condition: Excellent, as described. Beautiful honey colored patina. Horn appears to have had a charger at the spout, which is now missing. There is chipping and small hairline cracks at the tip. It also appears to have had an extended lobe which is now missing.Condition:Dimensions:

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Roger’s Rangers 1757 Commission And Two Powder Horns Of Ranger Charles Bulkeley, Purchased Directly

Lot # 58 (Sale Order: 58 of 206)      

Lot is comprised of: the original 1757 military commission of Charles Bulkeley as a Captain in Roger's Rangers; his small powder (priming) horn baring his initials inscribed in a circle, and a small priming horn belonging to Joseph Bulkeley, bearing his initials stamped on the butt cap and a hex sign engraved on the front. Charles Bulkeley was born in Concord, Mass., to a Captain Joseph Bulkeley and a Silence Jeffery on October 28, 1724. By occupation he was a joiner, living on land handed down from his ancestors. According to Walter's notes, 1st Lieutenant Charles Bulkeley served in Captain Phineas Osgood's company of Colonel Winston's Regiment. With this unit, he served on the Eastern Front from April 23 through October 1, 1754. His service there totaled five months, three weeks and one day. In 1755 he continued service under Captain Osgood in the Nova Scotia Campaign. The Third Company of Roger's Rangers, of which Charles Bulkeley served as an officer, was formed in December of 1756. At the time Bulkeley was a Lieutenant under the command of Captain Humphrey Hobbs. He received this rank September 1, 1756. On April 25, 1757 Bulkeley was promoted to the rank of Captain. There is an extant roster of Captain Charles Bulkeley's Company, a copy of which can be found in Volume VI, Number 1 of "The Bulletin of the Fort Ticonderoga Museum" from January, 1941. A copy is also provided with this lot along with additional information about Bulkeleys and Roger's Rangers, including copies of the "Bulkeley Papers". These extensive papers originally belonged to Captain Charles Bulkeley and were found in the attic of his original house and donated to the Littleton Historical Society June 17, 1909. In March of 1758, Captain Bulkeley and his men, who were quartered on an island near Fort Edward marched toward Fort Ticonderoga with snow shoes, as it was estimated that the snow was four feet deep in the mountains. On March 13th a group of approximately 96 Native Americans were spotted by forward scouts and the troops prepared for battle. After an initial skirmish, the Rangers believed the enemy to be defeated, however, they then came up against the main body of the force, some 700 Canadians and Indians. The Rangers were forced to retreat, losing a number of men, including Captain Bulkeley and a good portion of his company. This battle is now known as the Battle of Roger's Rock. Charles' father was Captain Joseph Bulkeley, born at Concord Mass., on the 7th of September 1670. He died at Littleton, Mass., the 24, September 1748. It is possible the horn initialed "J . B", belonged to him. According to a receipt and a group of photographs taken at the time, Walter acquired this commission and pair of horns from a descendant of the Bulkeleys, Sylvia Priest Landini of Littleton, Massachusetts. Walter noted that the minute book of Rogers Rangers was also found in the old Bulkeley homestead. The initials "C B" are inscribed in a double lined circle. Overall, this horn has a greenish tint. The flat, pine butt plug of this horn is attached with wooden pins. There are two vacant holes on the top of this plug. The rather large spout is faceted. This horn measures 8 " overall. Condition: Very Good. A minor chip is located at the plug. (C) There is a hex sign or pin wheel type decoration, with six leaves and stippling in the negative space. The plug appears to be branded in four places with the initials, "J. B". It is secured with four wooden pins. There is a carved convex ring, which creates the spout. Horn measures 6 - 1/2 inches. Condition: Good. There is a one inch crack that terminates in a 3/8 inch chip at the plug. Condition:Dimensions:
Lot is comprised of: the original 1757 military commission of Charles Bulkeley as a Captain in Roger's Rangers; his small powder (priming) horn baring his initials inscri...morebed in a circle, and a small priming horn belonging to Joseph Bulkeley, bearing his initials stamped on the butt cap and a hex sign engraved on the front. Charles Bulkeley was born in Concord, Mass., to a Captain Joseph Bulkeley and a Silence Jeffery on October 28, 1724. By occupation he was a joiner, living on land handed down from his ancestors. According to Walter's notes, 1st Lieutenant Charles Bulkeley served in Captain Phineas Osgood's company of Colonel Winston's Regiment. With this unit, he served on the Eastern Front from April 23 through October 1, 1754. His service there totaled five months, three weeks and one day. In 1755 he continued service under Captain Osgood in the Nova Scotia Campaign. The Third Company of Roger's Rangers, of which Charles Bulkeley served as an officer, was formed in December of 1756. At the time Bulkeley was a Lieutenant under the command of Captain Humphrey Hobbs. He received this rank September 1, 1756. On April 25, 1757 Bulkeley was promoted to the rank of Captain. There is an extant roster of Captain Charles Bulkeley's Company, a copy of which can be found in Volume VI, Number 1 of "The Bulletin of the Fort Ticonderoga Museum" from January, 1941. A copy is also provided with this lot along with additional information about Bulkeleys and Roger's Rangers, including copies of the "Bulkeley Papers". These extensive papers originally belonged to Captain Charles Bulkeley and were found in the attic of his original house and donated to the Littleton Historical Society June 17, 1909. In March of 1758, Captain Bulkeley and his men, who were quartered on an island near Fort Edward marched toward Fort Ticonderoga with snow shoes, as it was estimated that the snow was four feet deep in the mountains. On March 13th a group of approximately 96 Native Americans were spotted by forward scouts and the troops prepared for battle. After an initial skirmish, the Rangers believed the enemy to be defeated, however, they then came up against the main body of the force, some 700 Canadians and Indians. The Rangers were forced to retreat, losing a number of men, including Captain Bulkeley and a good portion of his company. This battle is now known as the Battle of Roger's Rock. Charles' father was Captain Joseph Bulkeley, born at Concord Mass., on the 7th of September 1670. He died at Littleton, Mass., the 24, September 1748. It is possible the horn initialed "J . B", belonged to him. According to a receipt and a group of photographs taken at the time, Walter acquired this commission and pair of horns from a descendant of the Bulkeleys, Sylvia Priest Landini of Littleton, Massachusetts. Walter noted that the minute book of Rogers Rangers was also found in the old Bulkeley homestead. The initials "C B" are inscribed in a double lined circle. Overall, this horn has a greenish tint. The flat, pine butt plug of this horn is attached with wooden pins. There are two vacant holes on the top of this plug. The rather large spout is faceted. This horn measures 8 " overall. Condition: Very Good. A minor chip is located at the plug. (C) There is a hex sign or pin wheel type decoration, with six leaves and stippling in the negative space. The plug appears to be branded in four places with the initials, "J. B". It is secured with four wooden pins. There is a carved convex ring, which creates the spout. Horn measures 6 - 1/2 inches. Condition: Good. There is a one inch crack that terminates in a 3/8 inch chip at the plug. Condition:Dimensions:

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Robert Rogers Reports On Western Indian Affairs To Sir William Johnson.

Lot # 59 (Sale Order: 59 of 206)      

ROGERS, Robert (1731-1795), autograph letter signed as governor of Michilimackinac, to Sir William Johnson at Johnson Hall, dated 23 September 1766. 2 pages, folio, with free franked cover "On His Majestys Service". Light toning and some separating at the folds. In 1765 famous American partisan Robert Rogers, formerly major-commandant of His Majesty's Corps of Rangers during the French & Indian War and now a half-pay captain, voyaged to England to obtain pay for his services during the French & Indian War and the late, so-called Pontiac Conspiracy (1763-1764). He hoped to capitalize on his celebrity, converting his fame as a frontier partisan (rejuvenated by recent publication of both his Journals and A Concise Account of North America) into some prestigious and lucrative appointment in North America. While in London seeking patronage and position, he wrote the play Ponteach: or the Savages of America, significant as an early American drama and for its sympathetic portrayal of American Indians. His publications enjoyed moderate success, as did his presence about town and he was able to gain an audience with King George III, where he successfully lobbied to obtain appointment to the governorship of Michilimackinac, at the juncture of Lakes Michigan and Huron, as well as a captain's commission on active service. Rogers and his wife Elizabeth undertook the harrowing travel west, arriving at Michilimackinac on 10 August 1766. He immediately immersed himself in his new duties with considerable zeal, especially with regard to native American relations. In this important letter, possibly the first report relating to his administration of Indian affairs to Johnson, he acknowledges yesterday's receipt of Johnson's letter of July 25th, congratulating him "that the Treaty with M. Ponteac &c. has ended so much to your Satisfaction--certain I am that this Treaty prevented an Indian War" He notes that the "Indians hereabouts have mostly all visited me, and it gives me no Small Concern that I have been under an unavoidable necessity of giving them so much, but really I have not given them a Sixpence but what I Judged and the Officers here concurred with me absolutely requisite for the good of the Service, for which reason I doubt not you will excuse the Largeness of the Account....The Indians are mostly gone to their Wintering in good Temper & well Satisfied." However, he notes that there are "Belts coming daily among them from the Spaniards, some of which are delivered to me... and once more beg leave to mention that an uneasiness too visible in the Indians....is the sole Occasion of the Accompts being Swelled to such a Pitch, and that the Occasion has been such that I have been rather Sparing than Lavish in my Donations as the numbers that have resorted to me have been very great." He sends Mrs. Rogers regards to Sir William and notes that "I have a peaceable Garrison and a good understanding with the Officers as well as the Indians, and I am daily more & more delighted with this Country (not mentioned to Johnson was the fact that the new governor had dispatched an expedition to search for the Northwest Passage only a week earlier). Rogers closes with a flattering plea "for the Continuance of your good Offices to me at Home...." An important, unpublished letter by Rogers at a point in time when it appeared that the world was his oyster, just before a series of events that would ruin him, it is also the first ALS by Rogers to appear at auction since 1949. Condition:Dimensions:17" x 14 - 1/2".
ROGERS, Robert (1731-1795), autograph letter signed as governor of Michilimackinac, to Sir William Johnson at Johnson Hall, dated 23 September 1766. 2 pages, folio, with ...morefree franked cover "On His Majestys Service". Light toning and some separating at the folds. In 1765 famous American partisan Robert Rogers, formerly major-commandant of His Majesty's Corps of Rangers during the French & Indian War and now a half-pay captain, voyaged to England to obtain pay for his services during the French & Indian War and the late, so-called Pontiac Conspiracy (1763-1764). He hoped to capitalize on his celebrity, converting his fame as a frontier partisan (rejuvenated by recent publication of both his Journals and A Concise Account of North America) into some prestigious and lucrative appointment in North America. While in London seeking patronage and position, he wrote the play Ponteach: or the Savages of America, significant as an early American drama and for its sympathetic portrayal of American Indians. His publications enjoyed moderate success, as did his presence about town and he was able to gain an audience with King George III, where he successfully lobbied to obtain appointment to the governorship of Michilimackinac, at the juncture of Lakes Michigan and Huron, as well as a captain's commission on active service. Rogers and his wife Elizabeth undertook the harrowing travel west, arriving at Michilimackinac on 10 August 1766. He immediately immersed himself in his new duties with considerable zeal, especially with regard to native American relations. In this important letter, possibly the first report relating to his administration of Indian affairs to Johnson, he acknowledges yesterday's receipt of Johnson's letter of July 25th, congratulating him "that the Treaty with M. Ponteac &c. has ended so much to your Satisfaction--certain I am that this Treaty prevented an Indian War" He notes that the "Indians hereabouts have mostly all visited me, and it gives me no Small Concern that I have been under an unavoidable necessity of giving them so much, but really I have not given them a Sixpence but what I Judged and the Officers here concurred with me absolutely requisite for the good of the Service, for which reason I doubt not you will excuse the Largeness of the Account....The Indians are mostly gone to their Wintering in good Temper & well Satisfied." However, he notes that there are "Belts coming daily among them from the Spaniards, some of which are delivered to me... and once more beg leave to mention that an uneasiness too visible in the Indians....is the sole Occasion of the Accompts being Swelled to such a Pitch, and that the Occasion has been such that I have been rather Sparing than Lavish in my Donations as the numbers that have resorted to me have been very great." He sends Mrs. Rogers regards to Sir William and notes that "I have a peaceable Garrison and a good understanding with the Officers as well as the Indians, and I am daily more & more delighted with this Country (not mentioned to Johnson was the fact that the new governor had dispatched an expedition to search for the Northwest Passage only a week earlier). Rogers closes with a flattering plea "for the Continuance of your good Offices to me at Home...." An important, unpublished letter by Rogers at a point in time when it appeared that the world was his oyster, just before a series of events that would ruin him, it is also the first ALS by Rogers to appear at auction since 1949. Condition:Dimensions:17" x 14 - 1/2".

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War Hero Major Robert Rogers Accused Of Treason And Confined At Michilimackinac.

Lot # 60 (Sale Order: 60 of 206)      

CHRISTIE, John, as Lieutenant in the 60th or Royal Americans, autograph letter signed to Sir William Johnson, dated Michilimackinac, 24 February 1768. 5 pages, folio, with some marginal and text loss due to rodent graze(?), light tonining, otherwise fine. Docketed on recto of final sheet, "From Lt. Christie concern[in]g. Majr. Rogers Proceedings since Confinement." Lord Jeffery Amherst had been superceded by Thomas Gage (hitherto Quartermaster General), as commander in chief of the British forces in America. Gage was politically aligned with Sir William Johnson, the powerful Superintendent of Indian Affairs and his deputy, former frontier trader William Croghan. All three resented the fact that Rogers had essentially gone over their heads to obtain such an enviable appointment--for Michilimackinac was essentially the gateway to the northern fur trade. They could not replace Roberts without good reason and by 1767, seem to have determined upon a plan of action that might lead to Rogers' replacement, instructing trusted officers and agents at or dealing with Michilimackinac to essentially spy on Rogers and report back to them. Unaware of Gage and Johnson's plotting, Rogers saw the need for peace and unity on the frontier, and in addition to his Indian negotiations and gifts, he began to cultivate the friendship and loyalty of the settlement, largely British and French traders and habitants of French extraction. Rogers dreamed of a vast interior British colony or province, to be administered by himself as governor and Privy Council reporting to the King's ministers, largely circumventing the local authority of Gage and Johnson. Meanwhile, Gage and Johnson's supporters in the garrision hiearchy, especially Benjamin Roberts, Johnson's agent who arrived in June 1757, reported on Rogers' activities--real and imagined-- and "lavish" expenditures, allowing them to defame Rogers, portraying him as an profligate opportunist and possibly a traitor to the Crown. On 6 December 1767, Captain Frederick Spiesmacher with a file of soldiers from the Royal Americans, under authority of an order received from General Gage, arrested Rogers on the parade ground and confined him in irons. What follows is Christie's narrative report, in form of a letter, from this point forward: "In my last from this I informed you that Major Rogers was Confined For Treason by General Orders. he at that time seemd. to submit to his fate, saying he had it in his power to satisfy the world of his innocence and Loyalty to his King." "As subtill as Hell itself as this traitor been [missing] happy are we here who have found out his Treacherous D[esigns] as You'll see by his behaviour since his Confinement ....about the last of January a Canadian...came privatley [sic] to Capt. Spiesmacher told him he had a secret of the greatest Consequence...but wanted his Honour in pledge as he thought his life might be in danger from the soldiers and Others if he was known...he then informed him that Major Rogers had sent him several Messages by his former servant David Fullerton soldier in the 2d. Battn. 60th Regiment to do what he could to save his life, that the Major was in the French interest and would make his Fortune if he would befriend him [the informant asked Roger's servant] how many Friends he had in the Garrison to assist Rogers his designs of getting his Liberty [to which Fullerton stated that] ...all the soldiers in the Garrison Except three or Four, one man of the Artillery and Lt. Christies servant." "The Night after....the Major then begd. him to get Savages in his interest to decoy the Commandant and Lieut. Christie out of the Fort to ride in a Careole or other ways take them prisoners" Christie continues in great detail describing elements of the purported escape and betrayal plot of Rogers and the methods Christie undertook to discover and prevent it, noting that "I gave my honour in Pledge that Rogers should not break from his Confinement till all was brought to Light, I could not at this time trust the Troops Even those on duty, the want of Sleep and other Nourishment for six days and nights so Fatigue'd me that I have scarce recovered yet." Eventually, Christie and Spiesmacher privately confront Fullerton who "burst into Tears begd. for his life Cursing Rogers and spouse and Confided his Treacherous Designs as above taken upon oath...and Serjeant McMurray, Rogers and he is now in Irons and men to Guard them in their different apartments day and night till the Vessel arrives [later that spring, when Rogers was to be sent eastward for trial." Please visit our website for the full description.

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Important And Documented Engraved New York Map Powder Horn Of Roger's Rangers And Lexington Veteran,

Lot # 61 (Sale Order: 61 of 206)      

This rare Roger's Rangers and Minuteman map horn is inscribed: "Edmvnd MVNRO" "1758" The map portion of this horn includes the place names: "NEW . YORK", "ALBANy", "HELFNOON", "STELLWATR", "SARATO GA", "FT. HELLER", "BVLLSFORT", "F. STANW IX", "ONOydA", "OSWEgO", "LAKK ONTARIO", "CATARACVI", "SOVTH. BAy", "FT. HANTER", "F. CARILION", "Ft. EdWARd", and "SKNAKEdy". Many of these place names are accompanied by symbols for forts, houses and cities. New York city is prominently illustrated, along with outlying structures, including a windmill and a fort. Albany and Schenectady are also depicted. Ships of varying sizes are engraved around the horn. The darker, recessed throat and spout display very distinctive vase and ring type turnings. This horn has a nicely carved, domed plug with unusual geometric patterns. The lobe is serrated and has a formal border below. This horn measures 10 - 1/2 inches overall. The Munros were Highlanders who lived around Inverness, Scotland. They immigrated to Massachusetts around 1660. Edmund was born February 2, 1736, oldest of six children in Cambridge Farms, now Lexington, Mass. He entered the provincial service at an early age, and saw action in The French and Indian War. According to Walter's research, he joined "the celebrated corps" of Roger's Rangers in 1758, the date engraved on this New York map powder horn. He was their Sergeant-Major, serving with them until they were disbanded in 1760. At one point he acted as an Orderly Sergeant and the adjutant of the regiment. In a small memorandum book kept with him at Lake George he wrote on August 28th, 1758. "The Rangers to be under arms at six o'clock this evening to illuminate the rejoicing for the success of his Majesty's army at Louisburg at which time Major Rogers to give his Ranging companies, as a token of his dependence on their Loyalty and Bravery, a Barrel of Wine treat, to congratulate this good news to them, and the good behavior of the four Companies of Rangers at Louisburg, which has won to the corps a universal national character." He was acting adjunct in Colonel Hoar's regiment at Crown Point, Ticonderoga until the peace in 1763. Edmund married Rebecca Harrington in 1768. They had five children. Edmund was enrolled in the company of Lexington Minutemen and was with them on the green on the 19th of April, 1775, the day the American Revolution commenced. During the Revolution he served under Rodgers and Hoar. He was made lieutenant on July 12, 1776, and was in the northern army under Gates at Stillwater, Saratoga, and Bennington. He so distinguished himself at the capture of Burgoyne that his superiors presented him with a pair of candlesticks that belonged to Burgoyne. Captain Munro was then sent to the Jerseys and joined the army under George Washington. He was with General Washington at Valley Forge. A letter written to his wife from Valley Forge May 17, 1778 states "I am going on command tomorrow morning down to the enemy's lines. There are two thousand going on the command. I am of the mind we will have a dispute with them before we return". Fifteen men from Lexington were in his company on the continental line. On June 28, 1778, Edmund was killed on the field of Freehold, commonly called the battle of Monmouth. The same cannon ball that killed him also took the life of his kinsman George Munroe, and maimed Joseph Cox for life. Much of this information is taken from Martha Wood Coutant's booklet "Be Not Ashamed". According to page 407 of Hitman's "Register of Officers of the Continental Army", Munro was a Captain in the Lexington Alarm, April 1775; Regimental Quartermaster in the 13th Continental Infantry, the 20th August to 31st of December 1776; Captain of the 15th Mass., 1st of January 1777; killed at Monmouth 28th of June 1778. Walter included the following period documents with this horn: Three diary entries from 1758 and a pass from Crown Point "regarding letters for his excellency General Amhurst" dated 1762. Condition: Excellent. This horn displays a beautiful, extremely warm, mellow amber patina with very little wear to the engraving. The extended lobe is cracked through at one side, but is still attached and stable. There has been some movement in the plug with several minor chips of varying sizes along the edge of the horn. One of the carved rings is missing part of its surface, but is smooth from period use.Condition:Dimensions:
This rare Roger's Rangers and Minuteman map horn is inscribed: "Edmvnd MVNRO" "1758" The map portion of this horn includes the place names: "NEW . YORK", "ALBANy", "HELFN...moreOON", "STELLWATR", "SARATO GA", "FT. HELLER", "BVLLSFORT", "F. STANW IX", "ONOydA", "OSWEgO", "LAKK ONTARIO", "CATARACVI", "SOVTH. BAy", "FT. HANTER", "F. CARILION", "Ft. EdWARd", and "SKNAKEdy". Many of these place names are accompanied by symbols for forts, houses and cities. New York city is prominently illustrated, along with outlying structures, including a windmill and a fort. Albany and Schenectady are also depicted. Ships of varying sizes are engraved around the horn. The darker, recessed throat and spout display very distinctive vase and ring type turnings. This horn has a nicely carved, domed plug with unusual geometric patterns. The lobe is serrated and has a formal border below. This horn measures 10 - 1/2 inches overall. The Munros were Highlanders who lived around Inverness, Scotland. They immigrated to Massachusetts around 1660. Edmund was born February 2, 1736, oldest of six children in Cambridge Farms, now Lexington, Mass. He entered the provincial service at an early age, and saw action in The French and Indian War. According to Walter's research, he joined "the celebrated corps" of Roger's Rangers in 1758, the date engraved on this New York map powder horn. He was their Sergeant-Major, serving with them until they were disbanded in 1760. At one point he acted as an Orderly Sergeant and the adjutant of the regiment. In a small memorandum book kept with him at Lake George he wrote on August 28th, 1758. "The Rangers to be under arms at six o'clock this evening to illuminate the rejoicing for the success of his Majesty's army at Louisburg at which time Major Rogers to give his Ranging companies, as a token of his dependence on their Loyalty and Bravery, a Barrel of Wine treat, to congratulate this good news to them, and the good behavior of the four Companies of Rangers at Louisburg, which has won to the corps a universal national character." He was acting adjunct in Colonel Hoar's regiment at Crown Point, Ticonderoga until the peace in 1763. Edmund married Rebecca Harrington in 1768. They had five children. Edmund was enrolled in the company of Lexington Minutemen and was with them on the green on the 19th of April, 1775, the day the American Revolution commenced. During the Revolution he served under Rodgers and Hoar. He was made lieutenant on July 12, 1776, and was in the northern army under Gates at Stillwater, Saratoga, and Bennington. He so distinguished himself at the capture of Burgoyne that his superiors presented him with a pair of candlesticks that belonged to Burgoyne. Captain Munro was then sent to the Jerseys and joined the army under George Washington. He was with General Washington at Valley Forge. A letter written to his wife from Valley Forge May 17, 1778 states "I am going on command tomorrow morning down to the enemy's lines. There are two thousand going on the command. I am of the mind we will have a dispute with them before we return". Fifteen men from Lexington were in his company on the continental line. On June 28, 1778, Edmund was killed on the field of Freehold, commonly called the battle of Monmouth. The same cannon ball that killed him also took the life of his kinsman George Munroe, and maimed Joseph Cox for life. Much of this information is taken from Martha Wood Coutant's booklet "Be Not Ashamed". According to page 407 of Hitman's "Register of Officers of the Continental Army", Munro was a Captain in the Lexington Alarm, April 1775; Regimental Quartermaster in the 13th Continental Infantry, the 20th August to 31st of December 1776; Captain of the 15th Mass., 1st of January 1777; killed at Monmouth 28th of June 1778. Walter included the following period documents with this horn: Three diary entries from 1758 and a pass from Crown Point "regarding letters for his excellency General Amhurst" dated 1762. Condition: Excellent. This horn displays a beautiful, extremely warm, mellow amber patina with very little wear to the engraving. The extended lobe is cracked through at one side, but is still attached and stable. There has been some movement in the plug with several minor chips of varying sizes along the edge of the horn. One of the carved rings is missing part of its surface, but is smooth from period use.Condition:Dimensions:

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Robert Roger's "a Concise Account Of North America" Book, Published 1770.

Lot # 62 (Sale Order: 62 of 206)      

A Defciption of the feveral BRITISH COLONIES on that Continent, including the Iflands, of NEWFOUNLAND, CAPE-BRENTON, &c. AS TO Their Situation, Extent, Climate, Soil, Produce, Rife, Government, Religion, Prefent Boundaries, and the Number of Inhabitants fuppofed to be in Each. ALSO OF The interior, or Wefterly Parts of the Country, upon the Rivers ST. LAURENCE, the MISSISIPPI, CHRISTING and the Great Lakes. To which is fubjoined, An Account of the feveral Nations and Tribes of Indians refiding in thofe Parts, as to their Cuftoms, Manners, Government, Numbers, &c. Containing many Ufeful and Entertaining Facts, never before treated of. Condition: Fair to Good. The original leather binding is missing sections on front and back covers, but is intact. There are also breaks in the leather along the spine. Some light staining is present on the edges of pages.Condition:Dimensions:
A Defciption of the feveral BRITISH COLONIES on that Continent, including the Iflands, of NEWFOUNLAND, CAPE-BRENTON, &c. AS TO Their Situation, Extent, Climate, Soil, Pro...moreduce, Rife, Government, Religion, Prefent Boundaries, and the Number of Inhabitants fuppofed to be in Each. ALSO OF The interior, or Wefterly Parts of the Country, upon the Rivers ST. LAURENCE, the MISSISIPPI, CHRISTING and the Great Lakes. To which is fubjoined, An Account of the feveral Nations and Tribes of Indians refiding in thofe Parts, as to their Cuftoms, Manners, Government, Numbers, &c. Containing many Ufeful and Entertaining Facts, never before treated of. Condition: Fair to Good. The original leather binding is missing sections on front and back covers, but is intact. There are also breaks in the leather along the spine. Some light staining is present on the edges of pages.Condition:Dimensions:

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Critical Intelligence On The Battle Of Kings Mountain Is Sent To General Sumner.

Lot # 63 (Sale Order: 63 of 206)      

DAVIDSON, William (1746-1781) as general in the North Carolina militia, to Brigadier General Jethro Sumner of the same, dated in "Camp [at] Rocky River, 10 Oct. 1780". Manuscript letter signed (LS), 1 page, folio (8 x 12.5 inches). Addressed on recto to "The Honble. Brigadier Genl. Sumner/Head Quarters/Per Express" and docketed "Genl. Davidson/Left the 10th Octob[er 1780]." Minor toning; hole in center of lower margin from removal of wax seal. One of the most detailed accounts of the momentous defeat of Colonel Patrick Ferguson and his Loyalist forces at Kings Mountain, posted within three days of the battle: Camp Rocky River Oct. 10, 1780 Sir I have the pleasure of handing you very agreeable intelligence from the W[est]. Ferguson the great partisan has miscarried. This we are assured of by Mr. Tat, Brigade Major in Gen. Sumpter's late Command. The particulars from that gentleman's Mouth stand thus. that Colo[nel]s. Campbell, Cleveland, Shelby, Seveir [sic], Williams, Brandon, Lacey &c. formed a conjunct body near Gilbert Town consisting of 3000. From this Body was selected 1600 good Hors, who immediately went in pursuit of Colo. Ferguson who was making his way to Charlotte. Our People overtook him well posted on King's Mountain & on the evening of the 7th. Inst., at 4 o'Clock, began the Attack which continued 47 Minutes. Colo. Ferguson fell in the action besides 150 of his Men; 810 were made prisoners: including the British. 150 of the prisoners are wounded. 15 Hundred Stand of Arms fell into our Arms. Colo. Ferguson had about 1400 Men. Our people surrounded them & the Enemy surrendred [sic]. We lost about 20 Men among whom is Major Chronicle of Lincoln County. Colo. Williams is mortally wounded. The Number of our wounded cannot be ascertained. This Blow will certainly affect the British very considerably. The Designs of our conquering Friends near King's Mountain are not clearly known. It is most probable that they will secure their prisoners in or over the Mountains & proceed towards Charlotte. The Brigade Major who gives this was in the Action. The above is true, the Blow is great. I give you joy upon the Occasion. I am Sir your most obedt. & most hum. Servt. Wm. Davidson Honble. Brigr. Gen. Sumner It was a common practice at the time to send critical military communications by different couriers, in case of capture, to ensure that at least a copy of the original would be received by its intended recipient. This would appear to be the original letter sent to Sumner, rather than one of the contemporary copies; copies usually had "duplicate" or "copy" appended at the bottom and a clerical signature was often applied, instead of an original (indicated by "(s)" or "signed" before the name of the writer). Moreover, this manuscript letter contains additional text not found in any of the printed versions, such as that published in the Belfast News Letter of 12 October 1780 or in Tarleton's A History of the Campaigns of 1780 and 1781,in the Southern Provinces of North America (1787), which seem to have been derived from an intercepted copy or copies of the above original, even taking into account transcription errors and editing. William Lee Davidson was born in Pennsylvania but moved with his family to Rowan County, North Carolina at age 4. Active in the Patriot cause, he was commissioned as major of the 4th North Carolina Regiment in 1776 and marched north, fighting at Germantown, Monmouth and other actions. When the North Carolina Continentals were sent to support the Southern Army under Lincoln at Charleston, now-Lieutenant Colonel Davidson went on leave enroute and thereby avoided becoming a prisoner with the fall of Charleston in 1780. Without a Continental command, he was appointed second-in-command of Rutherford's North Carolina militia forces. Severely wounded at the Battle of Colson's Mill on July 21, 1780, he did not participate in the Battle of Camden, at which Rutherford was captured. Davidson was promoted to brigadier general and given command of Rutherford's Salisbury District militia. He participated in resisting the entry of Lord Cornwallis into Charlotte in late September 1780 and was subsequently killed at the Battle of Cowan's Ford on 1 February 1781, while attempting to rally his men. Provenance: purchased by Mr. O'Connor at Cowan's Americana sale of 13 December 2010 as lot 1 for $6462.50. Condition:Dimensions:
DAVIDSON, William (1746-1781) as general in the North Carolina militia, to Brigadier General Jethro Sumner of the same, dated in "Camp [at] Rocky River, 10 Oct. 1780". Ma...morenuscript letter signed (LS), 1 page, folio (8 x 12.5 inches). Addressed on recto to "The Honble. Brigadier Genl. Sumner/Head Quarters/Per Express" and docketed "Genl. Davidson/Left the 10th Octob[er 1780]." Minor toning; hole in center of lower margin from removal of wax seal. One of the most detailed accounts of the momentous defeat of Colonel Patrick Ferguson and his Loyalist forces at Kings Mountain, posted within three days of the battle: Camp Rocky River Oct. 10, 1780 Sir I have the pleasure of handing you very agreeable intelligence from the W[est]. Ferguson the great partisan has miscarried. This we are assured of by Mr. Tat, Brigade Major in Gen. Sumpter's late Command. The particulars from that gentleman's Mouth stand thus. that Colo[nel]s. Campbell, Cleveland, Shelby, Seveir [sic], Williams, Brandon, Lacey &c. formed a conjunct body near Gilbert Town consisting of 3000. From this Body was selected 1600 good Hors, who immediately went in pursuit of Colo. Ferguson who was making his way to Charlotte. Our People overtook him well posted on King's Mountain & on the evening of the 7th. Inst., at 4 o'Clock, began the Attack which continued 47 Minutes. Colo. Ferguson fell in the action besides 150 of his Men; 810 were made prisoners: including the British. 150 of the prisoners are wounded. 15 Hundred Stand of Arms fell into our Arms. Colo. Ferguson had about 1400 Men. Our people surrounded them & the Enemy surrendred [sic]. We lost about 20 Men among whom is Major Chronicle of Lincoln County. Colo. Williams is mortally wounded. The Number of our wounded cannot be ascertained. This Blow will certainly affect the British very considerably. The Designs of our conquering Friends near King's Mountain are not clearly known. It is most probable that they will secure their prisoners in or over the Mountains & proceed towards Charlotte. The Brigade Major who gives this was in the Action. The above is true, the Blow is great. I give you joy upon the Occasion. I am Sir your most obedt. & most hum. Servt. Wm. Davidson Honble. Brigr. Gen. Sumner It was a common practice at the time to send critical military communications by different couriers, in case of capture, to ensure that at least a copy of the original would be received by its intended recipient. This would appear to be the original letter sent to Sumner, rather than one of the contemporary copies; copies usually had "duplicate" or "copy" appended at the bottom and a clerical signature was often applied, instead of an original (indicated by "(s)" or "signed" before the name of the writer). Moreover, this manuscript letter contains additional text not found in any of the printed versions, such as that published in the Belfast News Letter of 12 October 1780 or in Tarleton's A History of the Campaigns of 1780 and 1781,in the Southern Provinces of North America (1787), which seem to have been derived from an intercepted copy or copies of the above original, even taking into account transcription errors and editing. William Lee Davidson was born in Pennsylvania but moved with his family to Rowan County, North Carolina at age 4. Active in the Patriot cause, he was commissioned as major of the 4th North Carolina Regiment in 1776 and marched north, fighting at Germantown, Monmouth and other actions. When the North Carolina Continentals were sent to support the Southern Army under Lincoln at Charleston, now-Lieutenant Colonel Davidson went on leave enroute and thereby avoided becoming a prisoner with the fall of Charleston in 1780. Without a Continental command, he was appointed second-in-command of Rutherford's North Carolina militia forces. Severely wounded at the Battle of Colson's Mill on July 21, 1780, he did not participate in the Battle of Camden, at which Rutherford was captured. Davidson was promoted to brigadier general and given command of Rutherford's Salisbury District militia. He participated in resisting the entry of Lord Cornwallis into Charlotte in late September 1780 and was subsequently killed at the Battle of Cowan's Ford on 1 February 1781, while attempting to rally his men. Provenance: purchased by Mr. O'Connor at Cowan's Americana sale of 13 December 2010 as lot 1 for $6462.50. Condition:Dimensions:

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(a) Rare Documented Ferguson Breech Loading Flintlock Pattern Rifle No. 2 By Durs Egg.

Lot # 64 (Sale Order: 64 of 206)      

This rifle is featured and discussed on pages 37 and 38 of "British Flintlock Military Rifles: 1740-1840" by De Witt Bailey, Ph.D. There are four photographs of this rifle and a description which states that it is one of the two pattern Ferguson rifles supplied by London gunmaker Durs Egg to the Board of Ordnance in 1776. Walter O'Connor states in regards to these rifles: "Internationally proclaimed one of the great rarities in antique firearms is the "Ferguson Rifle" as developed by Lt. Col. Patrick Ferguson (1744-1780) of the British 70th Regiment and patented by him in December, 1776." Only 100 Ferguson rifles were made for military use during the Revolutionary War and only about 12 are known to exist today, with half of them in museum collections, thus unavailable to collectors. This example features a tapered round barrel with deep seven-groove rifling and bayonet lug mounted on bottom, near the muzzle. The front sight is mounted on top and a rear notched sight with additional folding aperture sight leaf. The top of the barrel is marked "LONDON" in front of the rear sight and behind it, inscribed "D. Egg" with a small "2" stamped in front of it. The breech is stamped with the King's proofs, the right side with a crown over crossed scepters and the left side with a crown over "GR" and a broad arrow. Forward of the breech plug is stamped with partially visible Ferguson family crest, the significance of which is currently unknown. The top of the breech plug is engraved with floral designs and behind it is stamped "FERGUS". The finely executed lockplate has a flat face with beveled edges, the center inscribed "D. Egg". The cock screw and lock retention screw are decorated with floral engraving. The ramrod ferrules, rear triggerguard tang, and buttplate are all tutenag (German Silver). the triggerguard, with integral handle and attached to the threaded breech plug, is steel. The rifle in the Royal Armories is also mounted in tutenag and numbered "15". The rifle numbered "15" is listed in Patrick Ferguson's will and was passed down through the family until purchased by collector Keith Neal before being purchased by the Royal Armories. Several sources state that the rifles made for Patrick Ferguson's personal use were mounted in silver. Partially figured walnut stock with brass band at forend, retained to barrel with three iron keys. Complete with period, possibly original brass tipped baleen ramrod. The rifle is in very good condition, all steel components have been polished, as is typical for firearms that were kept in England, and now retains a graying patina. The bore is excellent with deep clear rifling, proof marks are deep and clear. Markings are clear, but show some wear from polishing. There is some light freckling around the touch hole. The flintlock and breech-loading actions are tight and function flawlessly. The stock is very good, but upon close inspection, has a period English repair around the forestock, about 13-1/2" back and a small thin sliver replaced along the left side, about 6-1/4" long. There is a small professionally repaired crack between the triggerguard and the lock, which is a weak spot that these rifles were notorious for having. Otherwise the stock retains an even and pleasing patina with some scattered marks from use. The German silver furniture retains a mellow patina. This Ferguson rifle has strong provenance. It was first sold at Sotheby & Co. in London on December 13, 1971, as lot 71. A copied version of the catalog, featuring this rifle, is included. It was then purchased by renowned dealer and collector Eric Vaule, who purchased it from a gentleman in Canada in the 1970's. There is also a letter from Eric Vaule to Philip Baron Ennis, the man that he later sold the rifle to. The rifle then was purchased by Dave McKee, who sold it to Walter O'Connor in 1994. The original receipt is present, as well as Walter O'Connor's archive of information on every known example, correspondence with Howard Blackmore, and a copy of "British Military Flintlock Rifles" by De Witt Bailey, featuring this rifle. This example is an extremely important and historic Ferguson pattern rifle, one of only two made by Durs Egg for presentation to the king for demonstration. Barrel Length: 34" Caliber/Bore: .65 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Durs Egg Model: Flintlock Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: 2Condition:Dimensions:
This rifle is featured and discussed on pages 37 and 38 of "British Flintlock Military Rifles: 1740-1840" by De Witt Bailey, Ph.D. There are four photographs of this rifl...moree and a description which states that it is one of the two pattern Ferguson rifles supplied by London gunmaker Durs Egg to the Board of Ordnance in 1776. Walter O'Connor states in regards to these rifles: "Internationally proclaimed one of the great rarities in antique firearms is the "Ferguson Rifle" as developed by Lt. Col. Patrick Ferguson (1744-1780) of the British 70th Regiment and patented by him in December, 1776." Only 100 Ferguson rifles were made for military use during the Revolutionary War and only about 12 are known to exist today, with half of them in museum collections, thus unavailable to collectors. This example features a tapered round barrel with deep seven-groove rifling and bayonet lug mounted on bottom, near the muzzle. The front sight is mounted on top and a rear notched sight with additional folding aperture sight leaf. The top of the barrel is marked "LONDON" in front of the rear sight and behind it, inscribed "D. Egg" with a small "2" stamped in front of it. The breech is stamped with the King's proofs, the right side with a crown over crossed scepters and the left side with a crown over "GR" and a broad arrow. Forward of the breech plug is stamped with partially visible Ferguson family crest, the significance of which is currently unknown. The top of the breech plug is engraved with floral designs and behind it is stamped "FERGUS". The finely executed lockplate has a flat face with beveled edges, the center inscribed "D. Egg". The cock screw and lock retention screw are decorated with floral engraving. The ramrod ferrules, rear triggerguard tang, and buttplate are all tutenag (German Silver). the triggerguard, with integral handle and attached to the threaded breech plug, is steel. The rifle in the Royal Armories is also mounted in tutenag and numbered "15". The rifle numbered "15" is listed in Patrick Ferguson's will and was passed down through the family until purchased by collector Keith Neal before being purchased by the Royal Armories. Several sources state that the rifles made for Patrick Ferguson's personal use were mounted in silver. Partially figured walnut stock with brass band at forend, retained to barrel with three iron keys. Complete with period, possibly original brass tipped baleen ramrod. The rifle is in very good condition, all steel components have been polished, as is typical for firearms that were kept in England, and now retains a graying patina. The bore is excellent with deep clear rifling, proof marks are deep and clear. Markings are clear, but show some wear from polishing. There is some light freckling around the touch hole. The flintlock and breech-loading actions are tight and function flawlessly. The stock is very good, but upon close inspection, has a period English repair around the forestock, about 13-1/2" back and a small thin sliver replaced along the left side, about 6-1/4" long. There is a small professionally repaired crack between the triggerguard and the lock, which is a weak spot that these rifles were notorious for having. Otherwise the stock retains an even and pleasing patina with some scattered marks from use. The German silver furniture retains a mellow patina. This Ferguson rifle has strong provenance. It was first sold at Sotheby & Co. in London on December 13, 1971, as lot 71. A copied version of the catalog, featuring this rifle, is included. It was then purchased by renowned dealer and collector Eric Vaule, who purchased it from a gentleman in Canada in the 1970's. There is also a letter from Eric Vaule to Philip Baron Ennis, the man that he later sold the rifle to. The rifle then was purchased by Dave McKee, who sold it to Walter O'Connor in 1994. The original receipt is present, as well as Walter O'Connor's archive of information on every known example, correspondence with Howard Blackmore, and a copy of "British Military Flintlock Rifles" by De Witt Bailey, featuring this rifle. This example is an extremely important and historic Ferguson pattern rifle, one of only two made by Durs Egg for presentation to the king for demonstration. Barrel Length: 34" Caliber/Bore: .65 Rifled FFL Status: Antique Manufacturer: Durs Egg Model: Flintlock Paperwork: Yes Serial Number: 2Condition:Dimensions:

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Rare Set Of Original Photographs Of Rufus Grider Drawings With Notes.

Lot # 65 (Sale Order: 65 of 206)      

This is a set of photographs of Rufus A. Grider's powder horn drawings. Grider, originally from Lititz, Pennsylvania, traveled the country in search of powder horns in the late 19th century and drew, in detail, each one that he found. This rare set has notes on the back of each photograph and many have additional information, notes, photographs, and locations of the horns added by Walter O'Connor throughout his many years of studying these important American objects. These provide priceless insight and research into powder horns as well as valuable notes and additional information provided by one of the greatest powder horn collectors. Each drawing is in a protective archival cover. Very few quality copies exist of these drawings. Condition:Dimensions:
This is a set of photographs of Rufus A. Grider's powder horn drawings. Grider, originally from Lititz, Pennsylvania, traveled the country in search of powder horns in th...moree late 19th century and drew, in detail, each one that he found. This rare set has notes on the back of each photograph and many have additional information, notes, photographs, and locations of the horns added by Walter O'Connor throughout his many years of studying these important American objects. These provide priceless insight and research into powder horns as well as valuable notes and additional information provided by one of the greatest powder horn collectors. Each drawing is in a protective archival cover. Very few quality copies exist of these drawings. Condition:Dimensions:

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Documented John Bush Engraved Powder Horn Of Nicholas Currier, Dated 1756 With Period Document Group

Lot # 66 (Sale Order: 66 of 206)      

This rare Bush engraved horn is inscribed: "NICHOLAS CURRIER Fort William Henry, Nov'r 4th, 1756" There are only approximately eight known John Bush attributed powder horns in existence. Few of which have been offered for sale publicly until now. This horn is decorated with vines, flowers, and other organic shapes. There is a decorated border on both the plug and spout ends of the horn. The capital "F" on the word "Fort" has been illuminated with an Indian head, including feather. This horn is fitted with a flat plug, which has a period nail for attaching a strap. The plug is attached with six iron pins. There is also old threading at the end of the spout. The overall length of this horn is 13 inches. An African American clerk in the company of Captain David Baldwin, John Bush carved several known horns while stationed at Fort William Henry in 1755 and 1756. According to Bill Guthman, Bush also carved at least seven horns before he was captured by the French and Indians in 1757. Tom Grinslade notes that Bush and five other men were reported as "having died on board [of a prison ship] on passage to France" in an October 1758 article printed in the "Boston Gazette". His distinct style was copied by other highly skilled horn engravers and he might be regarded as one of the founders of the Lake George School of horn engravers. The date carved on this horn is of note. Another horn in this sale is dated November 6, 1756, only two days later than this horn. The horn was owned by Ebenezer Knap and also carved by Bush at Fort William Henry. "This horn descended in the family of Nathaniel Currier (1813-1888), the celebrated printmaker, and is accompanied by several 18th century deeds bearing the signature of his ancestor, the horn's original owner." Condition: Very Good. There is a 2 - 1/2 inch crack at the plug end.Condition:Dimensions:
This rare Bush engraved horn is inscribed: "NICHOLAS CURRIER Fort William Henry, Nov'r 4th, 1756" There are only approximately eight known John Bush attributed powder hor...morens in existence. Few of which have been offered for sale publicly until now. This horn is decorated with vines, flowers, and other organic shapes. There is a decorated border on both the plug and spout ends of the horn. The capital "F" on the word "Fort" has been illuminated with an Indian head, including feather. This horn is fitted with a flat plug, which has a period nail for attaching a strap. The plug is attached with six iron pins. There is also old threading at the end of the spout. The overall length of this horn is 13 inches. An African American clerk in the company of Captain David Baldwin, John Bush carved several known horns while stationed at Fort William Henry in 1755 and 1756. According to Bill Guthman, Bush also carved at least seven horns before he was captured by the French and Indians in 1757. Tom Grinslade notes that Bush and five other men were reported as "having died on board [of a prison ship] on passage to France" in an October 1758 article printed in the "Boston Gazette". His distinct style was copied by other highly skilled horn engravers and he might be regarded as one of the founders of the Lake George School of horn engravers. The date carved on this horn is of note. Another horn in this sale is dated November 6, 1756, only two days later than this horn. The horn was owned by Ebenezer Knap and also carved by Bush at Fort William Henry. "This horn descended in the family of Nathaniel Currier (1813-1888), the celebrated printmaker, and is accompanied by several 18th century deeds bearing the signature of his ancestor, the horn's original owner." Condition: Very Good. There is a 2 - 1/2 inch crack at the plug end.Condition:Dimensions:

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Engraved "fort No. 4" Powder Horn Of John Adams, Dated July 1748 And Listing Men Killed Since March.

Lot # 67 (Sale Order: 67 of 206)      

This 1748 dated powder horn from "King George's War" is important as it records the events that occurred at Fort No. 4 in Charleston, New Hampshire and lists the men killed or taken there, from March 1 until May 30 of that year. This unique Fort Number 4 powder horn is inscribed: "IOHN :: ADAMS :: HIS :: HORN" "JULY :: ye : 11th :: 1748 : A : CATALOGUE" ": OF : THE : MEN : Kild, AND : TAKen : SINCE : MARCH" ": Ye : 1 : Chx : STEPHENS : WAS : Kild : AND :: I :: P :" ": Ws TAKEN : At : No. 4 : & : MARCH : ye. : LEVt." "SA,r Ws Kild, AND * COP,r : I : W : & M : : Was Kild. :" "ye 25: W : B : TAKn : at : P : Quage : MAY : ye 30th : SE,r." ":: ISAAC * TAYLOR :: 7 Clark * IOHN :: DOOD" ":: &" ":: M :: P :" "21 ::: PO" It is fitted with a domed, hardwood butt plug. There is a filled hole where there once was a knob. The plug is attached with wood pins. The recessed portion of the horn is faceted with two carved rings. The tip has a lip that is very nicely carved with scalloping. According to research done by Mr. Jones, a more complete version of the text is as follows. He added complete names of the soldiers when only initials are listed and corrected conventions to modern English. The researcher also included more in depth information about the soldiers listed. This research is included with the horn. "John Adams, his horn" "July 11, 1748, a catalogue" "of the men killed and taken since March" "The first Charles Stevens was killed and Eleazer Priest" "was taken at No. 4, March the Lieutenant" "Sergeant was killed and Corporal Joshua Wells, Moses Cooper was killed" "and Daniel Sergeant was taken at Fort Drummer and May" "the 25 Jason Badcock taken at Paquoig and may the 30th Sergeant" "Isaac Taylor and Clerk John Dodd" "Joseph Petty" This horn is pictured and described on pages 22 and 23 of Jay Hopkins book "Bone Tipped and Banded Horns. According to Hopkins, "It is the earliest dated horn with lathe turned elements the [he had] come across for this study. It was almost certainly of New England manufacture." During the Summer of 1746, the inhabitants of surrounding communities were compelled to take refuge in the fort. Their lands could not be worked. As winter approached, they had to leave Number 4 and leave their former communities of Groton, Lunenberg, and Leominster, Massachusetts. In March 1747, Captain Phineas Stevens with thirty men as ordered by Governor William Shirley to march to Fort Number 4. The post had been deserted for more than two months ands it was feared Number 4 would be burned or taken if it was left unmanned. They arrived on March 27, finding the fort in good condition and occupied by an old Spaniel and a cat, left behind at its desertion. The journal of Lieutenant John Burk of Captain Phineas Steven's Company, which was kept at Fort Number 4, records the death of a Charles Stevens and the capture of a Eliezer Priest on March 15, 1748. The horn appears to record these men's names in an abbreviated form. Another journal entry from a Captain Eleazer Melvin, dated May 31, 1748, records the deaths of an Isaac Taylor and a John Dod, who also appear to be recorded on the powder horn. At one point, they repulsed an invading force of nearly 300 French and Indians. Condition: Very Good, as described. This horn features a nice, mellow patina. Approximately one half of the 1/8 inch rim at the plug is missing with some chipping. This damage appears to have been done during this horn's period of use due to the soft edges. There is also a 4 - 1/2 hairline crack which runs though two of the panels of lettering. Some small abrasions are present.Condition:Dimensions:
This 1748 dated powder horn from "King George's War" is important as it records the events that occurred at Fort No. 4 in Charleston, New Hampshire and lists the men kill...moreed or taken there, from March 1 until May 30 of that year. This unique Fort Number 4 powder horn is inscribed: "IOHN :: ADAMS :: HIS :: HORN" "JULY :: ye : 11th :: 1748 : A : CATALOGUE" ": OF : THE : MEN : Kild, AND : TAKen : SINCE : MARCH" ": Ye : 1 : Chx : STEPHENS : WAS : Kild : AND :: I :: P :" ": Ws TAKEN : At : No. 4 : & : MARCH : ye. : LEVt." "SA,r Ws Kild, AND * COP,r : I : W : & M : : Was Kild. :" "ye 25: W : B : TAKn : at : P : Quage : MAY : ye 30th : SE,r." ":: ISAAC * TAYLOR :: 7 Clark * IOHN :: DOOD" ":: &" ":: M :: P :" "21 ::: PO" It is fitted with a domed, hardwood butt plug. There is a filled hole where there once was a knob. The plug is attached with wood pins. The recessed portion of the horn is faceted with two carved rings. The tip has a lip that is very nicely carved with scalloping. According to research done by Mr. Jones, a more complete version of the text is as follows. He added complete names of the soldiers when only initials are listed and corrected conventions to modern English. The researcher also included more in depth information about the soldiers listed. This research is included with the horn. "John Adams, his horn" "July 11, 1748, a catalogue" "of the men killed and taken since March" "The first Charles Stevens was killed and Eleazer Priest" "was taken at No. 4, March the Lieutenant" "Sergeant was killed and Corporal Joshua Wells, Moses Cooper was killed" "and Daniel Sergeant was taken at Fort Drummer and May" "the 25 Jason Badcock taken at Paquoig and may the 30th Sergeant" "Isaac Taylor and Clerk John Dodd" "Joseph Petty" This horn is pictured and described on pages 22 and 23 of Jay Hopkins book "Bone Tipped and Banded Horns. According to Hopkins, "It is the earliest dated horn with lathe turned elements the [he had] come across for this study. It was almost certainly of New England manufacture." During the Summer of 1746, the inhabitants of surrounding communities were compelled to take refuge in the fort. Their lands could not be worked. As winter approached, they had to leave Number 4 and leave their former communities of Groton, Lunenberg, and Leominster, Massachusetts. In March 1747, Captain Phineas Stevens with thirty men as ordered by Governor William Shirley to march to Fort Number 4. The post had been deserted for more than two months ands it was feared Number 4 would be burned or taken if it was left unmanned. They arrived on March 27, finding the fort in good condition and occupied by an old Spaniel and a cat, left behind at its desertion. The journal of Lieutenant John Burk of Captain Phineas Steven's Company, which was kept at Fort Number 4, records the death of a Charles Stevens and the capture of a Eliezer Priest on March 15, 1748. The horn appears to record these men's names in an abbreviated form. Another journal entry from a Captain Eleazer Melvin, dated May 31, 1748, records the deaths of an Isaac Taylor and a John Dod, who also appear to be recorded on the powder horn. At one point, they repulsed an invading force of nearly 300 French and Indians. Condition: Very Good, as described. This horn features a nice, mellow patina. Approximately one half of the 1/8 inch rim at the plug is missing with some chipping. This damage appears to have been done during this horn's period of use due to the soft edges. There is also a 4 - 1/2 hairline crack which runs though two of the panels of lettering. Some small abrasions are present.Condition:Dimensions:

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Engraved Powder Horn Of John Bellows, Dated 1757 Attributed To Samuel Lounsbury.

Lot # 68 (Sale Order: 68 of 206)      

This horn is engraved: "Iohn BeLLows" "his horn made at Fort No 4. AD 1757" "fteL not this horn for fear of fham for on nit if" "the one ars name" "Who beyeth good Wine" "wAr". Four geese in a row are depicted, along with a well executed goose in flight. Also depicted are what appear to be a mug, bottles and gobblets. Engraved floral designs make up additional decoration on this horn. It still bears its original extended lobe.The convex, pine plug is attached with wooden pegs. This horn measures 13" overall. Two brothers, Benjamin Bellows Jr. and John Bellows, had powder horns carved for them at Fort Number Four at Charlestown in 1757. They were seventeen and fifteen years old, respectively, at the time and their family was living in a wilderness cabin. Their father, Col. Benjamin Bellows Jr. had constructed the cabin on his patent at what was to become Walpole, New Hampshire. The Colonel had purchased a charter from Governor Wentworth in 1752, and joined the only other homesteader about half a mile away in an entirely undeveloped forest. By 1755 several other families homesteaded in and around Walpole. However, in 1755 an Indian attack drove the frightened settlers south to safety. Therefore, in 1757 and 1758 the wilderness was unbroken except for the Fort at Charlestown, which was only sixteen miles north of Walpole. Undoubtedly, the two brothers spent time at Fort Number Four in the company of the soldiers who were stationed there and had the horns made for them at that time as both horns by different hands are dated 1757. Bellows is an old family in New England,beginning with the immigration of John Bellows at the age of twelve to America from England on the ship Hopewell in 1635. Their origins trace from a Norman family who came to England with William the Conqueror named "de Belle Eau", which was anglicized to Bellows. John and his brother Benjamin are buried in the Village Cemetery in Walpole, New Hampshire. According to John Bellows' gravestone, he was born October 22, 1742 at Lunenburg, MA and died on August 19, 1812. This occupation is listed as a farmer, although he did serve in Col. B. Bellows' Regiment during the Revolutionary War. According to noted author and collector Tom Grinslade, Walter attributed this horn to the "JW" carver. "JW" used a similar style of vertical figure, elaborate layouts and goose motifs on his horns. Tom Grinslade had owned the horn belonging to Benjamin Bellows, although by a different hand. Both Bellows horns were photographed together at The Kentucky Rifle Association meeting at Carlisle June 21, 2009. These photographs are included with this horn. Benjamin Bellow's horn is pictured on pages 30 and 31 of Tom Grinslade's book "Powder Horns". On page 43, number 67 of Grancsay's "American Powder Horns" a horn is listed as "John Bellows, Grider, F.W.215.". Condition: Very Good, with some wear. This horn displays a nice, untouched dark and medium honey colored patina. It is basically as found. Due to patina and use some of the lettering is a bit clouded. There is a hairline crack on the lobe. There are also several period chips on the ring at the spout and another on the spout tip. A very small insect hole is located above the owner's name. Otherwise there are normal minimal abrasions consistent with a period horn. Condition:Dimensions:
This horn is engraved: "Iohn BeLLows" "his horn made at Fort No 4. AD 1757" "fteL not this horn for fear of fham for on nit if" "the one ars name" "Who beyeth good Wine" ...more"wAr". Four geese in a row are depicted, along with a well executed goose in flight. Also depicted are what appear to be a mug, bottles and gobblets. Engraved floral designs make up additional decoration on this horn. It still bears its original extended lobe.The convex, pine plug is attached with wooden pegs. This horn measures 13" overall. Two brothers, Benjamin Bellows Jr. and John Bellows, had powder horns carved for them at Fort Number Four at Charlestown in 1757. They were seventeen and fifteen years old, respectively, at the time and their family was living in a wilderness cabin. Their father, Col. Benjamin Bellows Jr. had constructed the cabin on his patent at what was to become Walpole, New Hampshire. The Colonel had purchased a charter from Governor Wentworth in 1752, and joined the only other homesteader about half a mile away in an entirely undeveloped forest. By 1755 several other families homesteaded in and around Walpole. However, in 1755 an Indian attack drove the frightened settlers south to safety. Therefore, in 1757 and 1758 the wilderness was unbroken except for the Fort at Charlestown, which was only sixteen miles north of Walpole. Undoubtedly, the two brothers spent time at Fort Number Four in the company of the soldiers who were stationed there and had the horns made for them at that time as both horns by different hands are dated 1757. Bellows is an old family in New England,beginning with the immigration of John Bellows at the age of twelve to America from England on the ship Hopewell in 1635. Their origins trace from a Norman family who came to England with William the Conqueror named "de Belle Eau", which was anglicized to Bellows. John and his brother Benjamin are buried in the Village Cemetery in Walpole, New Hampshire. According to John Bellows' gravestone, he was born October 22, 1742 at Lunenburg, MA and died on August 19, 1812. This occupation is listed as a farmer, although he did serve in Col. B. Bellows' Regiment during the Revolutionary War. According to noted author and collector Tom Grinslade, Walter attributed this horn to the "JW" carver. "JW" used a similar style of vertical figure, elaborate layouts and goose motifs on his horns. Tom Grinslade had owned the horn belonging to Benjamin Bellows, although by a different hand. Both Bellows horns were photographed together at The Kentucky Rifle Association meeting at Carlisle June 21, 2009. These photographs are included with this horn. Benjamin Bellow's horn is pictured on pages 30 and 31 of Tom Grinslade's book "Powder Horns". On page 43, number 67 of Grancsay's "American Powder Horns" a horn is listed as "John Bellows, Grider, F.W.215.". Condition: Very Good, with some wear. This horn displays a nice, untouched dark and medium honey colored patina. It is basically as found. Due to patina and use some of the lettering is a bit clouded. There is a hairline crack on the lobe. There are also several period chips on the ring at the spout and another on the spout tip. A very small insect hole is located above the owner's name. Otherwise there are normal minimal abrasions consistent with a period horn. Condition:Dimensions:

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Engraved Quebec Map Powder Horn, Attributed To The Master Carver.

Lot # 69 (Sale Order: 69 of 206)      

In addition to the overall extraordinary carving, the charm of this polychrome horn is in the many groups of marching soldiers. Additional motifs included among this horn's engraving are extremely detailed forts, blockhouses, British flags, cities, ships and encampments. There is a floral border engraved on the horn at the plug end. The numeral "3" is carved, along with an arrow, possibly indicating the cardinal direction North. The well turned hardwood plug has several concentric rings carved in relief and terminating in an integral, round knob. The raised area is decorated with a scalloped and saw tooth border where it meets the darker, recessed portion of the horn. There are two carved rings on the recessed area of the horn. This horn measures 12" overall. Walter attributed this horn to the skilled hand of The Master Carver. He was aware of only nineteen horns by this engraver. According to Jay Hopkins on pages 30 and 31 of his book "Bone Tipped and Banded Horns", "This is a horn by the 'Master Carver," a designation given to a well-recognized hand by horn authority, Walter O'Connor. This design includes a map of Quebec, lines of soldiers, many unnamed forts, ships, the Saint Lawrence River and other decorative details. It would date to 1759-60 period. The details are so fine and accurate that he could well have been a professional engraver and appears to have worked from direct observation of the subject matter. There is a hand painted, red collection number that appears to be "Eh 31" on the plug. Condition is very good, as described. Engraving is extremely crisp with the exception of a small 1" X 1" area of abrasive wear and pitting. The bottom of this horn displays a fine 1/8" inch crack. Several notches are present on the first ring below the faceted spout. The 4 1/2" spout end of horn also shows some spotted imperfections. Some minor damage is also found at the edge of the plug.Condition:Dimensions:
In addition to the overall extraordinary carving, the charm of this polychrome horn is in the many groups of marching soldiers. Additional motifs included among this horn...more's engraving are extremely detailed forts, blockhouses, British flags, cities, ships and encampments. There is a floral border engraved on the horn at the plug end. The numeral "3" is carved, along with an arrow, possibly indicating the cardinal direction North. The well turned hardwood plug has several concentric rings carved in relief and terminating in an integral, round knob. The raised area is decorated with a scalloped and saw tooth border where it meets the darker, recessed portion of the horn. There are two carved rings on the recessed area of the horn. This horn measures 12" overall. Walter attributed this horn to the skilled hand of The Master Carver. He was aware of only nineteen horns by this engraver. According to Jay Hopkins on pages 30 and 31 of his book "Bone Tipped and Banded Horns", "This is a horn by the 'Master Carver," a designation given to a well-recognized hand by horn authority, Walter O'Connor. This design includes a map of Quebec, lines of soldiers, many unnamed forts, ships, the Saint Lawrence River and other decorative details. It would date to 1759-60 period. The details are so fine and accurate that he could well have been a professional engraver and appears to have worked from direct observation of the subject matter. There is a hand painted, red collection number that appears to be "Eh 31" on the plug. Condition is very good, as described. Engraving is extremely crisp with the exception of a small 1" X 1" area of abrasive wear and pitting. The bottom of this horn displays a fine 1/8" inch crack. Several notches are present on the first ring below the faceted spout. The 4 1/2" spout end of horn also shows some spotted imperfections. Some minor damage is also found at the edge of the plug.Condition:Dimensions:

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Pointed Tree Carver Attributed Ontario Map Powder Horn "james Roulston's Present To Capt. William Wi

Lot # 70 (Sale Order: 70 of 206)      

This polychrome French and Indian War horn is inscribed: "MR. IAMES, ROULSTONS" "PRESENT TO" "CAP'T, WILLIAM, WILTSE" The map portion of this horn, includes the following place names: "NIAGRA", "LAKE ONTERIO", "THE HUNDERT YLEANDS", "SWEGAGE", "LISLE AU GALOT", "SINT LORANCE RIVER", "MONTREAL", "THE 3: RIVIER", and "QUEBEC". A beautiful British Great Royal Seal, sailing ships, and the artist's signature pointed trees are engraved on the horn. The carver's usual hunter is pictured with his trusty hound, shooting his firelock at a stag. The horn has a nice stepped, turned hardwood plug, terminating in a brass knob. This plug is secured with brass pins. It has a working, applied brass charger that is screwed into the spout. There are two carved rings for a strap attachment. This horn measures 11 - 1/2 " overall. Condition: Very Good. This horn displays a nice, soft gold patina. Expected minor chips in horn rings below spout. There are minor period cracks where brass charger is attached. Two inches below the plug, there is a small, thumb sized indentation/crack that does not appear to go through the horn. Minor abrasions from use are also present.Condition:Dimensions:
This polychrome French and Indian War horn is inscribed: "MR. IAMES, ROULSTONS" "PRESENT TO" "CAP'T, WILLIAM, WILTSE" The map portion of this horn, includes the following...more place names: "NIAGRA", "LAKE ONTERIO", "THE HUNDERT YLEANDS", "SWEGAGE", "LISLE AU GALOT", "SINT LORANCE RIVER", "MONTREAL", "THE 3: RIVIER", and "QUEBEC". A beautiful British Great Royal Seal, sailing ships, and the artist's signature pointed trees are engraved on the horn. The carver's usual hunter is pictured with his trusty hound, shooting his firelock at a stag. The horn has a nice stepped, turned hardwood plug, terminating in a brass knob. This plug is secured with brass pins. It has a working, applied brass charger that is screwed into the spout. There are two carved rings for a strap attachment. This horn measures 11 - 1/2 " overall. Condition: Very Good. This horn displays a nice, soft gold patina. Expected minor chips in horn rings below spout. There are minor period cracks where brass charger is attached. Two inches below the plug, there is a small, thumb sized indentation/crack that does not appear to go through the horn. Minor abrasions from use are also present.Condition:Dimensions:

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Master Carver Attributed Engraved Map Powder Horn With British Flags, Indians, And Arms..

Lot # 71 (Sale Order: 71 of 206)      

This exquisitely carved, polychrome map horn includes the place names: "Ft. HiNRiCK", "F: HARKiMAN", "Ft. SCIYLiAR", "Ft. EDWARD", "Ft. GEOR.", "Ft. STANWIOE", "LAKE. GEOR.", "TICONTROGA", "CROWNPOiNT", "NIAGARA", "LARE ONTERIO", "FORT. ONTERIO", "FORT. BRViNGTON", "ROYAL. PLOKHOUS", and "QUEBEC". There is an impressive band of well carved and detailed Indians with war clubs, swords, tomahawks and flags. The central Indian is carrying a large British flag. It is unusual to see Native Americans depicted with such accuracy in this period. The details of the Indians' headdresses and costumes, as well as weapons would indicate this artist had very good knowledge of these subjects. The plug end border decoration is a panoply of detailed and accurate weapons. There is a large central shield surrounded by a panalopy of arms. The detail and composition of this horn is exemplary. This horn has a nicely shaped extended lobe with two holes, which rises above its domed, hardwood plug. This plug is secured with four wooden pins. The horn measures 12 - 1/4 inches. Walter attributed it to the hand of the Master Carver. He was aware of only 19 examples of his work. Condition: Very Good, as described. This horn displays a beautiful light, honey colored patina. Approximately half of the spout is missing. There is normal wear on the rings below the spout. There is a small abrasion just above and to the left of the crest. A hairline crack is present on the extended lobe.Condition:Dimensions:
This exquisitely carved, polychrome map horn includes the place names: "Ft. HiNRiCK", "F: HARKiMAN", "Ft. SCIYLiAR", "Ft. EDWARD", "Ft. GEOR.", "Ft. STANWIOE", "LAKE. GEO...moreR.", "TICONTROGA", "CROWNPOiNT", "NIAGARA", "LARE ONTERIO", "FORT. ONTERIO", "FORT. BRViNGTON", "ROYAL. PLOKHOUS", and "QUEBEC". There is an impressive band of well carved and detailed Indians with war clubs, swords, tomahawks and flags. The central Indian is carrying a large British flag. It is unusual to see Native Americans depicted with such accuracy in this period. The details of the Indians' headdresses and costumes, as well as weapons would indicate this artist had very good knowledge of these subjects. The plug end border decoration is a panoply of detailed and accurate weapons. There is a large central shield surrounded by a panalopy of arms. The detail and composition of this horn is exemplary. This horn has a nicely shaped extended lobe with two holes, which rises above its domed, hardwood plug. This plug is secured with four wooden pins. The horn measures 12 - 1/4 inches. Walter attributed it to the hand of the Master Carver. He was aware of only 19 examples of his work. Condition: Very Good, as described. This horn displays a beautiful light, honey colored patina. Approximately half of the spout is missing. There is normal wear on the rings below the spout. There is a small abrasion just above and to the left of the crest. A hairline crack is present on the extended lobe.Condition:Dimensions:

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Engraved Pittsburg Powder Horn With Large British Crest Attributed To The Pointed Tree Carver, Ex. D

Lot # 72 (Sale Order: 72 of 206)      

This is one of only three known Fort Pitt horns by the noted artist known as the "Pointed Tree Carver". Walter stated "this professionally engraved horn depicts that indomitable English stronghold, Fort Pitt, here labeled 'Pitsbourg' in a banner, at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers where they form the great Ohio". Also shown is the British Great Seal, a blank cartouche for an owners name, a hunter and his hounds chasing a deer and a hare. Undated, but of the 1760's. There is an old indecipherable paper label covering the plug." The horn has a short extended lobe with two holes for a carrying strap and a modest vase shaped spout. It is also fitted with a flat, wooden plug. The plug is secured with three wooden pins. Overall, this horn measures 10 " overall. This horn is pictured on plate 83 of John DuMont's book "American Engraved Powder Horns". Condition: Very Good. Minor 1/4 inch hairline crack at plug.Condition:Dimensions:
This is one of only three known Fort Pitt horns by the noted artist known as the "Pointed Tree Carver". Walter stated "this professionally engraved horn depicts that indo...moremitable English stronghold, Fort Pitt, here labeled 'Pitsbourg' in a banner, at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela Rivers where they form the great Ohio". Also shown is the British Great Seal, a blank cartouche for an owners name, a hunter and his hounds chasing a deer and a hare. Undated, but of the 1760's. There is an old indecipherable paper label covering the plug." The horn has a short extended lobe with two holes for a carrying strap and a modest vase shaped spout. It is also fitted with a flat, wooden plug. The plug is secured with three wooden pins. Overall, this horn measures 10 " overall. This horn is pictured on plate 83 of John DuMont's book "American Engraved Powder Horns". Condition: Very Good. Minor 1/4 inch hairline crack at plug.Condition:Dimensions:

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Large Engraved Map Powder Horn Featuring Forbes Road And Other Prominent French And Indian War Route

Lot # 73 (Sale Order: 73 of 206)      

This unique map horn displays many of the important historic locations of the French and Indian War, in both Pennsylvania and New York. The following three routes are depicted along with interesting features, including Sir William Johnston's House: The main route depicted on this horn is the Forbes Road from "PHeLIDeLPHIA" to "PIttSBURg'. Features included are: "LaNCa SteR", "YORK", SHIPINS BURG", "LOUDEN", "LItLetoN", "SIDLINgHILL", "CROSSINgS", "BEDFORD", S.CReeK", "LORaLHILL", and "LagoNOR.". The "MONONaHALaH" and "ALegaNy" rivers are depicted merging with the "OHIO" River. This horn also depicts the Mohawk Valley from "NEW YORK" City to Fort "CROWNPOINt". Locations noted are: "HaLFMOON", "S. WateR", "Stoga", "F MILLeR," "B. BLOCk HOUSe", "F EDWaRD", and "F CaRaLow". Another portion of the horn depicts a route from "ALBANy" to Fort "Stanwix". Identified on this route are: "SR NacoDy", "F HUNteR", "F HaRkMaN", "JOHNStoNS HoUSe" and "gaRMaN FLatS". Near the spout is a building drawn in primitive perspective and labeled "SAWMILLS". All of the forts and towns previously listed are accompanied by primitively drawn symbols. This horn also displays a whimsical version of the British Royal Seal. Wooden pins are used to attach a softwood plug at the butt end of the horn. The spout has three carved rings that create a space for a carrying strap This horn measures 12 " overall. Condition: Very Good. One inch crack on the wooden plug. There is an additional one inch hairline crack on the horn at the plug. There is a small insect hole beside the lion's body at the crest. There is also very minor, usual chipping at the tip of the spout.Condition:Dimensions:
This unique map horn displays many of the important historic locations of the French and Indian War, in both Pennsylvania and New York. The following three routes are dep...moreicted along with interesting features, including Sir William Johnston's House: The main route depicted on this horn is the Forbes Road from "PHeLIDeLPHIA" to "PIttSBURg'. Features included are: "LaNCa SteR", "YORK", SHIPINS BURG", "LOUDEN", "LItLetoN", "SIDLINgHILL", "CROSSINgS", "BEDFORD", S.CReeK", "LORaLHILL", and "LagoNOR.". The "MONONaHALaH" and "ALegaNy" rivers are depicted merging with the "OHIO" River. This horn also depicts the Mohawk Valley from "NEW YORK" City to Fort "CROWNPOINt". Locations noted are: "HaLFMOON", "S. WateR", "Stoga", "F MILLeR," "B. BLOCk HOUSe", "F EDWaRD", and "F CaRaLow". Another portion of the horn depicts a route from "ALBANy" to Fort "Stanwix". Identified on this route are: "SR NacoDy", "F HUNteR", "F HaRkMaN", "JOHNStoNS HoUSe" and "gaRMaN FLatS". Near the spout is a building drawn in primitive perspective and labeled "SAWMILLS". All of the forts and towns previously listed are accompanied by primitively drawn symbols. This horn also displays a whimsical version of the British Royal Seal. Wooden pins are used to attach a softwood plug at the butt end of the horn. The spout has three carved rings that create a space for a carrying strap This horn measures 12 " overall. Condition: Very Good. One inch crack on the wooden plug. There is an additional one inch hairline crack on the horn at the plug. There is a small insect hole beside the lion's body at the crest. There is also very minor, usual chipping at the tip of the spout.Condition:Dimensions:

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Large Brass Banded Forbes Road Engraved Map Powder Horn Inscribed "god Bles The Master", Ex. Dumont

Lot # 74 (Sale Order: 74 of 206)      

This rare Fort Pitt, Pennsylvania map horn is engraved with towns and forts from "Philleadelbea" to "Pitsburg" including the famous Forbes Road from Bedford to Fort Pitt. Forts included on he map are "Lowden", "Littleton", "Bedford", "Crossings", "Legener" and "Pitsburg". Towns include "Philleadelbea", "Lankister", "Harrisburg" and "Shippisburg". From "Louden" to "Legener" a four bastion fort symbol appears to the left of the name. The three-leafed foliage separating each place name could represent the jungle of rhododendron (mountain laurel) by which the road cutters were constantly besieged, especially as they went westward. An enlarged view of a five bastioned Fort Pitt is in accurate detail, even showing the three water pumps over the wells on the parade. The engraving includes an excellent folk art rendering of the British coat of arms. No "original owner" name was engraved; however, two subsequent owners each in a different hand appear, "M ROWLAND" in small black letters and "Oren Corey" in small script. The engraving is undated but is circa 1761, as Fort Pitt was completed that year. An additional inscription "god Bles the master," borders the road. This may indicate that the engraving was done by a servant, indentured or otherwise, as it is not likely one would say "God bless God". By master, he also could have possibly meant the king. This artillery horn has the usual concave, hardwood butt plug, which extends over the horn and brass ring. The loops for carrying straps are fashioned from musket sling swivels, bound around the horn with brass bands. The horn is missing its brass charger. Overall, this horn measures 13". This horn is attributed to engraver John Fox. His horns are all done in a similar fashion with the city or town names enclosed in boxes. He is best known for the mini Forbes Road engraved map horns and Fort Pitt map horns. This example is unusual due to its large size. For a signed example by John Fox, see the John Cox horn in this sale. Walter felt that this was likely a British artillery horn due to its generous size. The is a well engraved "1/3" on the brass base band in the English military manner. It very likely originally had a mechanical charger, as an iron pin remains at the spout which may have secured it. It was probably removed when it "fell" into private use and then engraved. Ex. John DuMont. See page 40, plate 46 of "American Engraved Powder Horns". Also see Tom Grinslade's book "Powder Horns" page 72. Condition: Good. This horn displays a beautiful, mellow, brown and amber patina. There is a 5 - 1/2" crack running from the plug end. There is a 3/4 inch threaded hole in the plug where a knob, now missing would have been. The plug also has a 1 - 1/2" crack as well as a 1/4 "piece of wood that appears to have been chiseled or broken out during its period of usage. This horn is also missing its charger.Condition:Dimensions:
This rare Fort Pitt, Pennsylvania map horn is engraved with towns and forts from "Philleadelbea" to "Pitsburg" including the famous Forbes Road from Bedford to Fort Pitt....more Forts included on he map are "Lowden", "Littleton", "Bedford", "Crossings", "Legener" and "Pitsburg". Towns include "Philleadelbea", "Lankister", "Harrisburg" and "Shippisburg". From "Louden" to "Legener" a four bastion fort symbol appears to the left of the name. The three-leafed foliage separating each place name could represent the jungle of rhododendron (mountain laurel) by which the road cutters were constantly besieged, especially as they went westward. An enlarged view of a five bastioned Fort Pitt is in accurate detail, even showing the three water pumps over the wells on the parade. The engraving includes an excellent folk art rendering of the British coat of arms. No "original owner" name was engraved; however, two subsequent owners each in a different hand appear, "M ROWLAND" in small black letters and "Oren Corey" in small script. The engraving is undated but is circa 1761, as Fort Pitt was completed that year. An additional inscription "god Bles the master," borders the road. This may indicate that the engraving was done by a servant, indentured or otherwise, as it is not likely one would say "God bless God". By master, he also could have possibly meant the king. This artillery horn has the usual concave, hardwood butt plug, which extends over the horn and brass ring. The loops for carrying straps are fashioned from musket sling swivels, bound around the horn with brass bands. The horn is missing its brass charger. Overall, this horn measures 13". This horn is attributed to engraver John Fox. His horns are all done in a similar fashion with the city or town names enclosed in boxes. He is best known for the mini Forbes Road engraved map horns and Fort Pitt map horns. This example is unusual due to its large size. For a signed example by John Fox, see the John Cox horn in this sale. Walter felt that this was likely a British artillery horn due to its generous size. The is a well engraved "1/3" on the brass base band in the English military manner. It very likely originally had a mechanical charger, as an iron pin remains at the spout which may have secured it. It was probably removed when it "fell" into private use and then engraved. Ex. John DuMont. See page 40, plate 46 of "American Engraved Powder Horns". Also see Tom Grinslade's book "Powder Horns" page 72. Condition: Good. This horn displays a beautiful, mellow, brown and amber patina. There is a 5 - 1/2" crack running from the plug end. There is a 3/4 inch threaded hole in the plug where a knob, now missing would have been. The plug also has a 1 - 1/2" crack as well as a 1/4 "piece of wood that appears to have been chiseled or broken out during its period of usage. This horn is also missing its charger.Condition:Dimensions:

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Narrative Of Bouquet's 1764 Ohio Campaign And His Treatise On Indian Warfare

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[SMITH, William]. AN HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE EXPEDITION AGAINST THE OHIO INDIANS, in the YEAR 1764, UNDER THE COMMAND OF HENRY BOUQUET, ESQ;...INCLUDING His Transactions with the Indians, relative to the delivery of their prisoners, and the preliminaries of Pace. : WITH AN INTRODUCTORY ACOUNT Of the Preceeding Campaign, and Battle at BUSHY-RUN, TO WHICH ARE ANNEXED MILITARY PAPERS CONTAINING Reflections on the war with the Savages; a method of forming frontier settlements; some account of the Indian country, with a list of nations, fighting men, towns, distances and different routs. : The whole illustrated with a Map and Copper-plates. Published from authentic Documents, by a Lover of his Country. Philadelphia: William Bradford, 1765. 1st edition. quarto (9 1/2 x 7 1/4 in.), [2], xiii, 59 pp. and 1 plate (originally published with 1 folding map and two plates--Hutchins map and Plate I missing]. Disbound copy, plate separated down center with chipping in margins, toning, edge wear and some light soiling. "George Gathland Serjeant in the RNB [Royal North British] Fuzileers" written in 18th century hand with iron gall ink on recto of plate. EXTREMELY RARE FIRST EDITION. After a victorious expedition to relieve Fort Pitt at the outbreak of the Pontiac War, Colonel Bouquet entered the Ohio territory and ended the hostilities without further significant fighting. Bouquet had fought in America for eight years, and his successful adaptation of the guerilla tactics necessary for wilderness warfare gained the respect of his Native American foes. In 1765 he won the release of hostages and put an end to the Indian attacks on the western frontier. Bouquet died of a fever in September 1765, and William Smith of Philadelphia edited this account of his service from Bouquet's own notes and journals. The frontispiece map by Hutchins is very rare and was absent even in the Siebert copy. A complete copy copy of this First (Philadelphia) Edition, complete with map and 2 plates, last sold for $27,000 in 2003. Condition:Dimensions:
[SMITH, William]. AN HISTORICAL ACCOUNT OF THE EXPEDITION AGAINST THE OHIO INDIANS, in the YEAR 1764, UNDER THE COMMAND OF HENRY BOUQUET, ESQ;...INCLUDING His Transaction...mores with the Indians, relative to the delivery of their prisoners, and the preliminaries of Pace. : WITH AN INTRODUCTORY ACOUNT Of the Preceeding Campaign, and Battle at BUSHY-RUN, TO WHICH ARE ANNEXED MILITARY PAPERS CONTAINING Reflections on the war with the Savages; a method of forming frontier settlements; some account of the Indian country, with a list of nations, fighting men, towns, distances and different routs. : The whole illustrated with a Map and Copper-plates. Published from authentic Documents, by a Lover of his Country. Philadelphia: William Bradford, 1765. 1st edition. quarto (9 1/2 x 7 1/4 in.), [2], xiii, 59 pp. and 1 plate (originally published with 1 folding map and two plates--Hutchins map and Plate I missing]. Disbound copy, plate separated down center with chipping in margins, toning, edge wear and some light soiling. "George Gathland Serjeant in the RNB [Royal North British] Fuzileers" written in 18th century hand with iron gall ink on recto of plate. EXTREMELY RARE FIRST EDITION. After a victorious expedition to relieve Fort Pitt at the outbreak of the Pontiac War, Colonel Bouquet entered the Ohio territory and ended the hostilities without further significant fighting. Bouquet had fought in America for eight years, and his successful adaptation of the guerilla tactics necessary for wilderness warfare gained the respect of his Native American foes. In 1765 he won the release of hostages and put an end to the Indian attacks on the western frontier. Bouquet died of a fever in September 1765, and William Smith of Philadelphia edited this account of his service from Bouquet's own notes and journals. The frontispiece map by Hutchins is very rare and was absent even in the Siebert copy. A complete copy copy of this First (Philadelphia) Edition, complete with map and 2 plates, last sold for $27,000 in 2003. Condition:Dimensions:

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