The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench

The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench

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The Collection of Steve & Marcy Hench

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Fine American Militia Waist Cartridge Box from Chester County, Pennsylvania.

Lot # 1026 (Sale Order: 26 of 205)      

For a similar example, see page 27 in the book "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. The black leather body measures 8-1/8" x 4" x 2-7/8". The black leather flap is fitted with a brass heart shaped escutcheon secured by two iron pins, it is inscribed "No 21". The inside of the flap is fitted with a brass hook which locks into an 18th century Chester County, Pennsylvania batwing brass keyhole escutcheon secured by two brass tacks. Each side of the lobed panels is decorated with three brass tacks. The back of the box has two leather loops for waistbelt attachment. Complete with its original .69 caliber 24-hole. The wood block has a curved back as well. CONDITION: The leather is still pliable and retains a crazed surface with some losses to the original finish. Brass retains a mostly dark patina, showing some scattered marks. Block is very good with a couple minor chips. Left side shows some loose stitching. This is a very decorative and wonderfully preserved cartridge box with an unusual clasp system which helps identify it as a Pennsylvania box. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Betty Mallack in Chester City.
For a similar example, see page 27 in the book "Battle Weapons of the American Revolution" by George C. Neumann. The black leather body measures 8-1/8" x 4" x 2-7/8". Th...moree black leather flap is fitted with a brass heart shaped escutcheon secured by two iron pins, it is inscribed "No 21". The inside of the flap is fitted with a brass hook which locks into an 18th century Chester County, Pennsylvania batwing brass keyhole escutcheon secured by two brass tacks. Each side of the lobed panels is decorated with three brass tacks. The back of the box has two leather loops for waistbelt attachment. Complete with its original .69 caliber 24-hole. The wood block has a curved back as well. CONDITION: The leather is still pliable and retains a crazed surface with some losses to the original finish. Brass retains a mostly dark patina, showing some scattered marks. Block is very good with a couple minor chips. Left side shows some loose stitching. This is a very decorative and wonderfully preserved cartridge box with an unusual clasp system which helps identify it as a Pennsylvania box. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Betty Mallack in Chester City.

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Important and Historic Documented Revolutionary War Banded Field Canteen, Dated 1774 Carried at Batt

Lot # 1027 (Sale Order: 27 of 205)      

This important canteen is accompanied by a letter signed by Robert J. M. Matteson of Bennington, Vermont and dated October 2008. He states that this canteen was carried at the Battle of Bennington on August 16, 1777. A handwritten note states that it hung for many years in North Shaftsbury, Vermont and was in the family of Peleg A. Matteson, owners of the Matteson Tavern, for 150 years. The handwritten letter also states that it was once owned by the Bennington Museum. The large canteen measures about 10" in diameter and nearly 6" in depth. The cheesebox construction is reinforced by two hand forged iron bands of 1-1/2", both with an iron loop at the top for carrying strap attachment. Top slat has a raised portion around the spout opening. The front of the canteen is inscribed neatly in large block letters "AW / 1774". The canteen retains a period red-painted surface. CONDITION: Retains about 90% of original paint with some crazing, minor chipping, and wear. Bands retain a heavy brown patina. Identified and dated Revolutionary War canteens, especially those with provenance, are rarely encountered.Paperwork: Yes
This important canteen is accompanied by a letter signed by Robert J. M. Matteson of Bennington, Vermont and dated October 2008. He states that this canteen was carried ...moreat the Battle of Bennington on August 16, 1777. A handwritten note states that it hung for many years in North Shaftsbury, Vermont and was in the family of Peleg A. Matteson, owners of the Matteson Tavern, for 150 years. The handwritten letter also states that it was once owned by the Bennington Museum. The large canteen measures about 10" in diameter and nearly 6" in depth. The cheesebox construction is reinforced by two hand forged iron bands of 1-1/2", both with an iron loop at the top for carrying strap attachment. Top slat has a raised portion around the spout opening. The front of the canteen is inscribed neatly in large block letters "AW / 1774". The canteen retains a period red-painted surface. CONDITION: Retains about 90% of original paint with some crazing, minor chipping, and wear. Bands retain a heavy brown patina. Identified and dated Revolutionary War canteens, especially those with provenance, are rarely encountered.Paperwork: Yes

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Revolutionary War Camp Stove, Ex-George Neumann Collection.

Lot # 1028 (Sale Order: 28 of 205)      

Of iron construction and measuring 6-1/4" in height x 7" square. There are two grates, the top one hinged, with a solid plate beneath. One side has a turned maple handle with an iron ferrule at the front. CONDITION: Rust covered surface overall with some losses to thin sheets of iron surrounding the grates and on the flat plate at the bottom. This is a scarcely encountered 18th century item that would have been common in Revolutionary War camps. PROVENANCE: George Neumann Collection.
Of iron construction and measuring 6-1/4" in height x 7" square. There are two grates, the top one hinged, with a solid plate beneath. One side has a turned maple handle ...morewith an iron ferrule at the front. CONDITION: Rust covered surface overall with some losses to thin sheets of iron surrounding the grates and on the flat plate at the bottom. This is a scarcely encountered 18th century item that would have been common in Revolutionary War camps. PROVENANCE: George Neumann Collection.

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Revolutionary War Brass and Iron Brazier, Ex-George Neumann Collection.

Lot # 1029 (Sale Order: 29 of 205)      

Stands approximately 5-3/4" in height, brass bowl 9-3/8" diameter, with a 6" turned wooden handle. Three legs, each with arrow shaped extensions, handformed with single pieces of iron and retained by two copper rivets. Turned maple handle with a bronze ferrule at the bottom, this attachment is also retained by two bronze ferrules. This is the type that would have been used during the Revolutionary War for cooking in encampments. CONDITION: Brass shows a dark, mustard patina with some minor denting. The legs have a dark, heavy patina, one with the arrow extension partially deteriorated. Handle very good showing heavy wear. Ferrule is loose. PROVENANCE: George C. Neumann Collection.
Stands approximately 5-3/4" in height, brass bowl 9-3/8" diameter, with a 6" turned wooden handle. Three legs, each with arrow shaped extensions, handformed with single p...moreieces of iron and retained by two copper rivets. Turned maple handle with a bronze ferrule at the bottom, this attachment is also retained by two bronze ferrules. This is the type that would have been used during the Revolutionary War for cooking in encampments. CONDITION: Brass shows a dark, mustard patina with some minor denting. The legs have a dark, heavy patina, one with the arrow extension partially deteriorated. Handle very good showing heavy wear. Ferrule is loose. PROVENANCE: George C. Neumann Collection.

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Lot of 2: Early Engraved Folding Brass Camp Cup and Marked Hudson bay Co. Trade Kettle.

Lot # 1030 (Sale Order: 30 of 205)      

Comprising: A) An early folding brass camp cup. This early cup is composed of hand hammered brass. The bottom of the cup is dovetailed into place. The inside is plated with a silver metal. The folding hand hammered brass handle is retained by copper rivets and is engraved on the top. There is a brass hinge and a brass ferrule to hold the two pieces together, and an integral brass hook at the top of the handle. This cup is both decorative and functional, and is very well made. CONDITION: Retains a dark mustard patina and shows scattered marks from use and wear. A very nice example. B) A Hudson Bay marked brass kettle. Measures 8-1/2" diameter at top and stands about 5-1/2" tall. The top has an iron band around it with two loops which retain the iron handle.The kettle is of hand hammered brass and the inside is stamped "HBC" along the top edge. CONDITION: Exterior retains a mustard patina with some darker areas. There is some creasing which has thinned and broken through. The interior retains a very dark patina. The iron band and handle retain a dark, heavy brown patina. Kettles marked with Hudson Bay Company markings are quite rare.
Comprising: A) An early folding brass camp cup. This early cup is composed of hand hammered brass. The bottom of the cup is dovetailed into place. The inside is plated wi...moreth a silver metal. The folding hand hammered brass handle is retained by copper rivets and is engraved on the top. There is a brass hinge and a brass ferrule to hold the two pieces together, and an integral brass hook at the top of the handle. This cup is both decorative and functional, and is very well made. CONDITION: Retains a dark mustard patina and shows scattered marks from use and wear. A very nice example. B) A Hudson Bay marked brass kettle. Measures 8-1/2" diameter at top and stands about 5-1/2" tall. The top has an iron band around it with two loops which retain the iron handle.The kettle is of hand hammered brass and the inside is stamped "HBC" along the top edge. CONDITION: Exterior retains a mustard patina with some darker areas. There is some creasing which has thinned and broken through. The interior retains a very dark patina. The iron band and handle retain a dark, heavy brown patina. Kettles marked with Hudson Bay Company markings are quite rare.

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Fine and Early Silver Hilted Cavalry Saber Inscribed Pennsylvania Light Dragoons by William Mannerba

Lot # 1031 (Sale Order: 31 of 205)      

This attractive Pennsylvania saber is photographed and described on page 52 of the 2010 exhibition catalog of "The Mannerbacks: Reading Master Silversmiths 1785 to 1870" by the Berks County Historical Society by Bill Bartley, where the sword was exhibited. The saber dates to about 1810 and features a slightly curved steel blade with wide shallow fuller on each side, original wool washer remains intact. Both sides engraved with gilt designs including a raised arm clenching a sword with the inscription "FOR MY COUNTRY", as well as the inscription "PENNSYLVANIA LIGHT DRAGONS(sic)" surrounded by foliate scrollwork. Spine inscribed "Wilhelm Tesche Peters Sohn in Solingen Suit". Fine hilt of solid silver with a rounded forward-curved quillon stamped with "W.M.B." cartouche for silversmith William Mannerback of Reading, Pennsylvania. Guard of two branches on right side with three connecting bars. Pommel cap and ferrule at base of grip are of multi-faceted design and integral backstrap is faceted as well. Wood grip is wrapped with whale baleen. CONDITION: Blade retains a spotted grey patina with some dark spots and minor areas of light pitting. Generous traces of gilt remain in lettering and engraving. Silver retains a dark patina in some areas while other areas are polished, maker's mark is excellent. Foremost counter-branch is original but has been re-attached, as is evident from inside the guard. Baleen grip with a minor loss at the front, otherwise very good. This is a very historic and fine saber, identified to a prominent Reading, Pennsylvania silversmith. PROVENANCE: William H. Guthman Collection. This sword was sold as lot 147 in the October 12, 2006 sale of "The William H. Guthman Collection, Part I" by Bonhams & Butterfields in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Complete with the publication featuring this sword from the Reading exhibit.Blade Length: 35-1/2"Overall Length: 41"Paperwork: Catalog
This attractive Pennsylvania saber is photographed and described on page 52 of the 2010 exhibition catalog of "The Mannerbacks: Reading Master Silversmiths 1785 to 1870"...more by the Berks County Historical Society by Bill Bartley, where the sword was exhibited. The saber dates to about 1810 and features a slightly curved steel blade with wide shallow fuller on each side, original wool washer remains intact. Both sides engraved with gilt designs including a raised arm clenching a sword with the inscription "FOR MY COUNTRY", as well as the inscription "PENNSYLVANIA LIGHT DRAGONS(sic)" surrounded by foliate scrollwork. Spine inscribed "Wilhelm Tesche Peters Sohn in Solingen Suit". Fine hilt of solid silver with a rounded forward-curved quillon stamped with "W.M.B." cartouche for silversmith William Mannerback of Reading, Pennsylvania. Guard of two branches on right side with three connecting bars. Pommel cap and ferrule at base of grip are of multi-faceted design and integral backstrap is faceted as well. Wood grip is wrapped with whale baleen. CONDITION: Blade retains a spotted grey patina with some dark spots and minor areas of light pitting. Generous traces of gilt remain in lettering and engraving. Silver retains a dark patina in some areas while other areas are polished, maker's mark is excellent. Foremost counter-branch is original but has been re-attached, as is evident from inside the guard. Baleen grip with a minor loss at the front, otherwise very good. This is a very historic and fine saber, identified to a prominent Reading, Pennsylvania silversmith. PROVENANCE: William H. Guthman Collection. This sword was sold as lot 147 in the October 12, 2006 sale of "The William H. Guthman Collection, Part I" by Bonhams & Butterfields in Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Complete with the publication featuring this sword from the Reading exhibit.Blade Length: 35-1/2"Overall Length: 41"Paperwork: Catalog

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Well-Documented Engraved New York Fort George Powder Horn of Phillip Ulmer, Dated 1776.

Lot # 1032 (Sale Order: 32 of 205)      

This boldly-engraved powder horn is listed as number 869 on page 71 of "American Engraved Powder Horns" by Stephen V. Grancsay. A copy of the drawing of this horn by well known artist Rufus Grider is also included. Grider traveled the country in search of horn to record with his drawings in the late 1800's. Philip Ulmer was born in 1751 and enlisted in the Continental Army as a sergeant in 1776 with Colonel William Bond's 25th Regiment. He served during the Siege of Boston. In March of 1776, his regiment was ordered to New York and then marched to Canada. Upon return from Canada, Bond died and his forces were ordered to Fort George before heading south to to meet Washington's retreating army. The army was reorganized in January of 1777 and John Paterson was made Captain of the First Massachusetts Regiment. Ulmer was then promoted to Lieutenant in Captain Abraham Hunt's Company. Ulmer in the First Massachusetts fought with Washington's forces throughout the Philadelphia Campaign and was with the encampment at Valley Forge that winter. He was discharged in February of 1778 when his enlistment ran out. In July of 1779 he joined Colonel Samuel McCobb's Regiment as a captain where he served until September 24, 1779 on the Penobscott Expedition, in which Paul Revere was Colonel of Artillery. His company was the first to ascend the cliffs in the face of enemy fire and 100 out of the 400 Americans were killed in 20 minutes time. Between March and November, 1780, Ulmer was active in the defense of Eastern Massachusetts at Camden. He later became a full Major. After the war, he settled in his hometown of Waldboro, Maine. He died in 1816. The horn has a curved tapered body of about 16" overall with a carved spout section and period brass charging spout. Domed wooden plug with iron staple. Main body is engraved with repeating leaf designs around butt with name "PHILIP ULMER 1776" inscribed above. The horn depicts labelled "FORT GORGE" showing the walls outlined as well as the buildings inside the fort. It also depicts two other forts and "LAKE CHAMPLANE", "LAKE GORGE", "WHITE HOUSE", "ILE NOAH" and a body of water labelled "A LAKE OR RIVEr". There are several detailed New England houses and buildings. Horn is complete with a three-ring binder of the horn's provenance, the copy of its Grider drawing, places that the horn is listed, and extensive research on Ulmer and his family, including a copy of a Massachusetts Revolutionary War payroll for Philip Ulmer. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a honey patina with crisp engraving. Some minor losses to relief ring below charger. Charger retains a very dark unpolished patina and is complete and functional. Butt retains original dark finish. PROVENANCE: Bill Samaha, Pam Boynton, Lee Hanes.
This boldly-engraved powder horn is listed as number 869 on page 71 of "American Engraved Powder Horns" by Stephen V. Grancsay. A copy of the drawing of this horn by wel...morel known artist Rufus Grider is also included. Grider traveled the country in search of horn to record with his drawings in the late 1800's. Philip Ulmer was born in 1751 and enlisted in the Continental Army as a sergeant in 1776 with Colonel William Bond's 25th Regiment. He served during the Siege of Boston. In March of 1776, his regiment was ordered to New York and then marched to Canada. Upon return from Canada, Bond died and his forces were ordered to Fort George before heading south to to meet Washington's retreating army. The army was reorganized in January of 1777 and John Paterson was made Captain of the First Massachusetts Regiment. Ulmer was then promoted to Lieutenant in Captain Abraham Hunt's Company. Ulmer in the First Massachusetts fought with Washington's forces throughout the Philadelphia Campaign and was with the encampment at Valley Forge that winter. He was discharged in February of 1778 when his enlistment ran out. In July of 1779 he joined Colonel Samuel McCobb's Regiment as a captain where he served until September 24, 1779 on the Penobscott Expedition, in which Paul Revere was Colonel of Artillery. His company was the first to ascend the cliffs in the face of enemy fire and 100 out of the 400 Americans were killed in 20 minutes time. Between March and November, 1780, Ulmer was active in the defense of Eastern Massachusetts at Camden. He later became a full Major. After the war, he settled in his hometown of Waldboro, Maine. He died in 1816. The horn has a curved tapered body of about 16" overall with a carved spout section and period brass charging spout. Domed wooden plug with iron staple. Main body is engraved with repeating leaf designs around butt with name "PHILIP ULMER 1776" inscribed above. The horn depicts labelled "FORT GORGE" showing the walls outlined as well as the buildings inside the fort. It also depicts two other forts and "LAKE CHAMPLANE", "LAKE GORGE", "WHITE HOUSE", "ILE NOAH" and a body of water labelled "A LAKE OR RIVEr". There are several detailed New England houses and buildings. Horn is complete with a three-ring binder of the horn's provenance, the copy of its Grider drawing, places that the horn is listed, and extensive research on Ulmer and his family, including a copy of a Massachusetts Revolutionary War payroll for Philip Ulmer. CONDITION: Excellent, retaining a honey patina with crisp engraving. Some minor losses to relief ring below charger. Charger retains a very dark unpolished patina and is complete and functional. Butt retains original dark finish. PROVENANCE: Bill Samaha, Pam Boynton, Lee Hanes.

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Engraved Folk Art Powder Horn of Stephen Temple, Dated 1776.

Lot # 1033 (Sale Order: 33 of 205)      

According to "Massachusetts Soldiers and Sailors of the Revolutionary War", Stephen Temple served under Josiah Wood's Company, which marched on the alarm of April 19, 1775 to Roxbury. He then became a sergeant in Captain David Batchelor's Company before joining Colonel Joseph Read's 20th Regiment. Three stage body with faceted spout section terminating in a ring, then a relief scalloped ring followed by rounded portion before main body. Main body is ornately decorated with folk art designs including flowers, horses, vines, deer, and fish. Inscribed "STEPHEN TEMPLE / ROXBURY CAMPS MAY 04, 1776". Flat wooden plug with iron staple for sling attachment. CONDITION: Very good with a dry surface and dark honey patina. A very historic and attractively decorated powder horn. PROVENANCE: Jim Dresslar Collection.
According to "Massachusetts Soldiers and Sailors of the Revolutionary War", Stephen Temple served under Josiah Wood's Company, which marched on the alarm of April 19, 177...more5 to Roxbury. He then became a sergeant in Captain David Batchelor's Company before joining Colonel Joseph Read's 20th Regiment. Three stage body with faceted spout section terminating in a ring, then a relief scalloped ring followed by rounded portion before main body. Main body is ornately decorated with folk art designs including flowers, horses, vines, deer, and fish. Inscribed "STEPHEN TEMPLE / ROXBURY CAMPS MAY 04, 1776". Flat wooden plug with iron staple for sling attachment. CONDITION: Very good with a dry surface and dark honey patina. A very historic and attractively decorated powder horn. PROVENANCE: Jim Dresslar Collection.

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Extremely Unique and Important Engraved Folk Art Powder Horn of Zachariah Howes, Dated 1770.

Lot # 1034 (Sale Order: 34 of 205)      

This horn is featured on a two-page spread on pages 135-136 of "The Engraved Powder Horn" by Jim Dresslar. Zachariah Howes, Jr. was born in 1754 in Lebanon, New London, Connecticut and died in 1824 in Windham, Connecticut. The powder horn measures about 13-1/4" overall with a tapered, curved body with conical spout section followed by a relief ring and another rounded section. The top edge of the main body is scalloped. The horn depicts two war vessels, one with 18 guns, the other with ten guns. There are also two forts, ten chickens, and two New England churches. there are also a series of foliate designs and vines with leaves. The horn is inscribed with a poem "IF HORNS YOU LOVE IF HORNS YOU CRAVE / NOW FOR ONE CROWN THIS YOU MAY HAVE / ZACHARIAH HOWES HIS HORN 1770 / MADE AT LEBANON JUNE 9". The flat, wooden plug is retained by wooden pins and has two holes on one side for sling attachment. CONDITION: Some age cracks and minor losses to spout. Main body retains a pleasing, dark honey patina with some natural crazing at butt. Plug shows raised grain and a dry surface. A very attractive New England pre-Revolutionary War powder horn. PROVENANCE: Ex. Jim Dresslar, Exhibited in the Powder Horn Exhibit at Fort Pitt Museum in 2018.
This horn is featured on a two-page spread on pages 135-136 of "The Engraved Powder Horn" by Jim Dresslar. Zachariah Howes, Jr. was born in 1754 in Lebanon, New London, ...moreConnecticut and died in 1824 in Windham, Connecticut. The powder horn measures about 13-1/4" overall with a tapered, curved body with conical spout section followed by a relief ring and another rounded section. The top edge of the main body is scalloped. The horn depicts two war vessels, one with 18 guns, the other with ten guns. There are also two forts, ten chickens, and two New England churches. there are also a series of foliate designs and vines with leaves. The horn is inscribed with a poem "IF HORNS YOU LOVE IF HORNS YOU CRAVE / NOW FOR ONE CROWN THIS YOU MAY HAVE / ZACHARIAH HOWES HIS HORN 1770 / MADE AT LEBANON JUNE 9". The flat, wooden plug is retained by wooden pins and has two holes on one side for sling attachment. CONDITION: Some age cracks and minor losses to spout. Main body retains a pleasing, dark honey patina with some natural crazing at butt. Plug shows raised grain and a dry surface. A very attractive New England pre-Revolutionary War powder horn. PROVENANCE: Ex. Jim Dresslar, Exhibited in the Powder Horn Exhibit at Fort Pitt Museum in 2018.

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Engraved Powder Horn of William Farwell, Dated 1775.

Lot # 1035 (Sale Order: 35 of 205)      

The horn is identified to William Farwell, born February 16, 1754 in Groton, Massachusetts to Henry and Lydia Farwell. His father was Captain Henry Farwell, commander in charge of one of two groups of Minutemen sent to reinforce the American forces at Lexington and Concord. He arrived too late, but later fought and died at the Battle of Bunker Hill. William Farwell is listed in the muster roll of Captain Henry Farwell's Company of Minuteman who marched from Groton on April 9, 1775, according to the 1900 publication "Groton During the Revolution" printed by University Press. He is also listed on the muster rolls as one of the soldiers who marched to headquarters at Cambridge April 19 on the alarm under the command of Captain Josiah Sartell. He is also shown as fighting under Captain Henry Haskell, Ebenezer Kent, and is shown in several payroll records. Complete with a binder of copies of his records and other information on William Farwell from multiple sources. The horn has a tapered curved 14" body with scalloping around the recessed wooden plug, which retains a crazed black surface. Faceted spout section followed buy a recessed band for sling. Main body inscribed in large shaded block letters "WILLIAM FARWELL YE 1775". The horn is decorated with panels of pattered designs and scrollwork. Other designs include, hearts, a buck, a fish, a frog, a duck, several roosters and chickens, a sun, a folk art winged face, an Native american with peace pipe and headdress, and several other folky quadrupeds. CONDITION: Horn retains a mellow honey patina with some scattered minor marks from use and one minor loss to scalloping around plug. Very attractive and historic folk art powder horn. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Elliot and Grace Snyder.
The horn is identified to William Farwell, born February 16, 1754 in Groton, Massachusetts to Henry and Lydia Farwell. His father was Captain Henry Farwell, commander in...more charge of one of two groups of Minutemen sent to reinforce the American forces at Lexington and Concord. He arrived too late, but later fought and died at the Battle of Bunker Hill. William Farwell is listed in the muster roll of Captain Henry Farwell's Company of Minuteman who marched from Groton on April 9, 1775, according to the 1900 publication "Groton During the Revolution" printed by University Press. He is also listed on the muster rolls as one of the soldiers who marched to headquarters at Cambridge April 19 on the alarm under the command of Captain Josiah Sartell. He is also shown as fighting under Captain Henry Haskell, Ebenezer Kent, and is shown in several payroll records. Complete with a binder of copies of his records and other information on William Farwell from multiple sources. The horn has a tapered curved 14" body with scalloping around the recessed wooden plug, which retains a crazed black surface. Faceted spout section followed buy a recessed band for sling. Main body inscribed in large shaded block letters "WILLIAM FARWELL YE 1775". The horn is decorated with panels of pattered designs and scrollwork. Other designs include, hearts, a buck, a fish, a frog, a duck, several roosters and chickens, a sun, a folk art winged face, an Native american with peace pipe and headdress, and several other folky quadrupeds. CONDITION: Horn retains a mellow honey patina with some scattered minor marks from use and one minor loss to scalloping around plug. Very attractive and historic folk art powder horn. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Elliot and Grace Snyder.

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Engraved Folk Art Powder Horn Depicting Drilling Grenadiers.

Lot # 1036 (Sale Order: 36 of 205)      

This horn measures about 13-1/2" overall and features a vase shaped spout followed by two relief rings. The engraved portion shows five drilling grenadiers with bayoneted muskets. The front grenadier appears to have a drum. Other designs on the horn include tulips, and two deer with a fawn feeding on foliage. There is also a depiction of eight houses with scattered trees. Turned wooden plug with threaded removable knob in center. CONDITION: Horn retains a dark patina with some minor cracking and deterioration around plug, and one other area on main body which has some damage, probably caused by water. Plug shows some minor deterioration and scattered marks. A very attractive military related folk art powder horn.
This horn measures about 13-1/2" overall and features a vase shaped spout followed by two relief rings. The engraved portion shows five drilling grenadiers with bayoneted...more muskets. The front grenadier appears to have a drum. Other designs on the horn include tulips, and two deer with a fawn feeding on foliage. There is also a depiction of eight houses with scattered trees. Turned wooden plug with threaded removable knob in center. CONDITION: Horn retains a dark patina with some minor cracking and deterioration around plug, and one other area on main body which has some damage, probably caused by water. Plug shows some minor deterioration and scattered marks. A very attractive military related folk art powder horn.

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Important Small Patriotic Powder Horn of John Hoff, Dated 1803.

Lot # 1037 (Sale Order: 37 of 205)      

John George Hoff, Sr. was born in Germany in 1733 and his ship "Polly" landed in Philadelphia in 1765. He was a master clock maker and settled in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. John George Hoff also served in the Revolutionary War. His son, John Hoff was born in Lancaster in 1776 and died in Lancaster in 1818. Both John Hoff Sr. and Jr. were clockmakers and the younger was also a maker of surveying compasses. in 1803, he advertised that he "stocked an assortment of ironmongery, cutlery, and saddlery", he was commissioned a justice of the Peace for Lancaster County in 1809. In 1813, he held an appointment of commissioner to conduct a lottery for the paving of streets in Lancaster. He was elected cashier of the Farmer's Trust Company in 1815, and was an elder, secretary, and treasurer at Trinity Lutheran Church. A current street in Lancaster is named "John Hoff Place". One of his compasses is located in a museum in West Chester, and one in the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He died of Typhoid fever at age 42 and is buried at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lancaster. This diminutive powder horn measure about 5" in length and 6-1/2" including shield shaped finial on plug. The horn has a relief cone-shaped spout and the body is inscribed "JOHN / HOFF" with a large date of 1803. Also engraved on the horn are patriotic motifs such as crossed flags and pole arms with a shield in the center, and a cannon and cannonballs above a large "21". The other side of the horn shows a larger patriotic shield with four crossed American flags. The convex wooden butt is retained by a series of iron square headed pins and has an integral shield finial carved with stars and stripes. CONDITION: Body retains a mostly dark patina with a heavy coat of old lacquer. Shows some scattered insect damage and bubbling of finish. A couple small cracks at base. Plug very good with a dark patina. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Vernon Gunnion.
John George Hoff, Sr. was born in Germany in 1733 and his ship "Polly" landed in Philadelphia in 1765. He was a master clock maker and settled in Lancaster, Pennsylvania....more John George Hoff also served in the Revolutionary War. His son, John Hoff was born in Lancaster in 1776 and died in Lancaster in 1818. Both John Hoff Sr. and Jr. were clockmakers and the younger was also a maker of surveying compasses. in 1803, he advertised that he "stocked an assortment of ironmongery, cutlery, and saddlery", he was commissioned a justice of the Peace for Lancaster County in 1809. In 1813, he held an appointment of commissioner to conduct a lottery for the paving of streets in Lancaster. He was elected cashier of the Farmer's Trust Company in 1815, and was an elder, secretary, and treasurer at Trinity Lutheran Church. A current street in Lancaster is named "John Hoff Place". One of his compasses is located in a museum in West Chester, and one in the Philadelphia Museum of Art. He died of Typhoid fever at age 42 and is buried at the Trinity Lutheran Church in Lancaster. This diminutive powder horn measure about 5" in length and 6-1/2" including shield shaped finial on plug. The horn has a relief cone-shaped spout and the body is inscribed "JOHN / HOFF" with a large date of 1803. Also engraved on the horn are patriotic motifs such as crossed flags and pole arms with a shield in the center, and a cannon and cannonballs above a large "21". The other side of the horn shows a larger patriotic shield with four crossed American flags. The convex wooden butt is retained by a series of iron square headed pins and has an integral shield finial carved with stars and stripes. CONDITION: Body retains a mostly dark patina with a heavy coat of old lacquer. Shows some scattered insect damage and bubbling of finish. A couple small cracks at base. Plug very good with a dark patina. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Vernon Gunnion.

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Rare and Early Harrisonburg, Virginia, Screwtip Powder Horn.

Lot # 1038 (Sale Order: 38 of 205)      

This powder horn has a curved body of about 13-1/2" including wooden butt. The body is green in color and has two iron staples near the spout for sling attachment. Tapered, turned, screw-tip spout with a series of relief rings. Just above the plug, there is an applied bone band of four relief rings. The convex, domed wooden plug is turned and has an iron staple in the center. CONDITION: Horn retains a dark patina overall. One side shows a raised grain surface, probably due to heat exposure or water. Spout screw-tip is very good with a couple minor losses and hairline cracks. Some minor losses to rings near plug. Plug retains a dark patina with one hairline crack. A very attractive and early Southern horn. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Johnsey Leef.
This powder horn has a curved body of about 13-1/2" including wooden butt. The body is green in color and has two iron staples near the spout for sling attachment. Tapere...mored, turned, screw-tip spout with a series of relief rings. Just above the plug, there is an applied bone band of four relief rings. The convex, domed wooden plug is turned and has an iron staple in the center. CONDITION: Horn retains a dark patina overall. One side shows a raised grain surface, probably due to heat exposure or water. Spout screw-tip is very good with a couple minor losses and hairline cracks. Some minor losses to rings near plug. Plug retains a dark patina with one hairline crack. A very attractive and early Southern horn. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Johnsey Leef.

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Small Powder Horn with Butt Inscribed with Initials and Date, 1767.

Lot # 1039 (Sale Order: 39 of 205)      

Measures about 6-1/2" long with serrated edge on relief conical spout section. Body of plain horn flattened on both sides. Wooden plug retained by small brass and iron pins and inscribed "I * W * A / ANNO - 1767". CONDITION: Very good with dark patina and period wooden spout plug. PROVENANCE: Found in Yorktown, Virginia at a house auction over 50 years ago.
Measures about 6-1/2" long with serrated edge on relief conical spout section. Body of plain horn flattened on both sides. Wooden plug retained by small brass and iron ...morepins and inscribed "I * W * A / ANNO - 1767". CONDITION: Very good with dark patina and period wooden spout plug. PROVENANCE: Found in Yorktown, Virginia at a house auction over 50 years ago.

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Banded Eastern Pennsylvania Powder Horn.

Lot # 1040 (Sale Order: 40 of 205)      

This powder horn has a 9-1/4" tapered body with a two section cone shaped spout and a double horn band just above the high domed wooden plug. Plug has a large iron staple. CONDITION: Horn retains a mellow honey patina with one minor chip on ring below spout and a couple minor chips and areas of bug damage on band. Plug shows some chipping, age cracks and wear, and retains a dark patina.
This powder horn has a 9-1/4" tapered body with a two section cone shaped spout and a double horn band just above the high domed wooden plug. Plug has a large iron staple...more. CONDITION: Horn retains a mellow honey patina with one minor chip on ring below spout and a couple minor chips and areas of bug damage on band. Plug shows some chipping, age cracks and wear, and retains a dark patina.

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Lot of 4: Four Shot Flasks with Turn Spouts.

Lot # 1041 (Sale Order: 41 of 205)      

This lot is comprised of four leather shot flasks, 18th and early 19th century. Three with turned wooden spouts and one with turned whale bone spout. CONDITION: Two are missing their original plugs. The leather on the smallest flask shows a tear and some losses. Leather on others shows minor tears and is brittle. A nice grouping of early flasks.
This lot is comprised of four leather shot flasks, 18th and early 19th century. Three with turned wooden spouts and one with turned whale bone spout. CONDITION: Two are m...moreissing their original plugs. The leather on the smallest flask shows a tear and some losses. Leather on others shows minor tears and is brittle. A nice grouping of early flasks.

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(A) Brace of Brass Barreled English Flintlock Pistols by Joseph Buckmaster.

Lot # 1042 (Sale Order: 42 of 205)      

Joseph Buckmaster was a gunmaker to the Hudson's Bay Company between 1745 and 1764 and to the Board of Ordnance between 1756 and 1760. He was fined for receiving guns with the King's mark in 1761. Although both pistols were made in Buckmaster's shop there is slight variation in the engraving on each pistol. The brass swamped barrels are both engraved with "LONDON" surrounded by panels with tear drops. Both have private English view and proof marks, as well as a heart over "JB" for Joseph Buckmaster. The lock plates feature rounded faces with sprigs of engraving at the tails and unbridled pans. Both are marked "BUCKMASTER" in the center. The brass furniture includes: flat pierced sideplates with engraved shells and scrolls, slightly varying on each pistol. Both have trigger guards in the style of the Pattern 1759 Light Dragoon pistols and have stars engraved on the bows. The semi-stirrup pommel caps are engraved on the bottoms with different variations of a large flower. Both feature symmetrical wrist escutcheons engraved with shading and borders. Both pistols are stocked in walnut and have relief beaver tails around the barrel tangs. CONDITION: Barrels are excellent with clear markings and retaining a pleasing mustard patina. Brass furniture retains a matching patina. Locks have been cleaned bright and show some wear. Both cocks and cock screws have been replaced as well as one frizzen and frizzen spring. Wooden ramrods with brass caps are replacements. Stocks are very good with a few scattered marks. A very attractive brace of pistols of the type that would have been sent to America. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Brian LaMaster.Barrel Length: (A) 7" (B) 7 - 1/4"Caliber/Bore: (A) .63 Smoothbore (B) .65 SmoothboreFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Joseph BuckmasterModel: OfficerSerial Number: NSN
Joseph Buckmaster was a gunmaker to the Hudson's Bay Company between 1745 and 1764 and to the Board of Ordnance between 1756 and 1760. He was fined for receiving guns wit...moreh the King's mark in 1761. Although both pistols were made in Buckmaster's shop there is slight variation in the engraving on each pistol. The brass swamped barrels are both engraved with "LONDON" surrounded by panels with tear drops. Both have private English view and proof marks, as well as a heart over "JB" for Joseph Buckmaster. The lock plates feature rounded faces with sprigs of engraving at the tails and unbridled pans. Both are marked "BUCKMASTER" in the center. The brass furniture includes: flat pierced sideplates with engraved shells and scrolls, slightly varying on each pistol. Both have trigger guards in the style of the Pattern 1759 Light Dragoon pistols and have stars engraved on the bows. The semi-stirrup pommel caps are engraved on the bottoms with different variations of a large flower. Both feature symmetrical wrist escutcheons engraved with shading and borders. Both pistols are stocked in walnut and have relief beaver tails around the barrel tangs. CONDITION: Barrels are excellent with clear markings and retaining a pleasing mustard patina. Brass furniture retains a matching patina. Locks have been cleaned bright and show some wear. Both cocks and cock screws have been replaced as well as one frizzen and frizzen spring. Wooden ramrods with brass caps are replacements. Stocks are very good with a few scattered marks. A very attractive brace of pistols of the type that would have been sent to America. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Brian LaMaster.Barrel Length: (A) 7" (B) 7 - 1/4"Caliber/Bore: (A) .63 Smoothbore (B) .65 SmoothboreFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: Joseph BuckmasterModel: OfficerSerial Number: NSN

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(A)ONLY KNOWN MATCHED PAIR OF 2ND TYPE HENRY DERINGERS - CASED

Lot # 1043 (Sale Order: 43 of 205)      

According to the hobbies most knowledgeable Deringer expert, Mr. L.D. Eberhart, this pair of 2nd type Henry Deringers circa 1830-31 are the only known matched pairs. They are housed in a refurbished period casing and lined in red velvet. They were made by H. Deringer of Philadelphia. They bear the second type address with small oval escutcheons, a fore-end cap and monogram shield, all in silver. The pineapple fennel is stylized. Each is stamped Deringer Phila. on lock and barrel. Both are percussion with a 3 1/2" barrel in .46 rifled bore. Both have hand checkered walnut bag type handles. Finely engraved on barrel breech, tang, lock, hammer and nipple base. Both have brass tipped hickory rod intact. All metal is a fine, clean gray patina. Bores are sharp. They are cased in a refurbished period casing and come with a period powder flask, two ebony turn screws, bullet mold, cap tin and two wooden tampers. If Mr. Eberhart states this is the only known such set, then you know it is a one of a kind, wonderful and extremely rare set. PROVENANCE: Purchased from the personal collection of Doug Eberhart.Accessories: cased with toolsBarrel Length: 3 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .46FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: H. DeringerModel: Paperwork: Deringer BookSerial Number: NSN
According to the hobbies most knowledgeable Deringer expert, Mr. L.D. Eberhart, this pair of 2nd type Henry Deringers circa 1830-31 are the only known matched pairs. They...more are housed in a refurbished period casing and lined in red velvet. They were made by H. Deringer of Philadelphia. They bear the second type address with small oval escutcheons, a fore-end cap and monogram shield, all in silver. The pineapple fennel is stylized. Each is stamped Deringer Phila. on lock and barrel. Both are percussion with a 3 1/2" barrel in .46 rifled bore. Both have hand checkered walnut bag type handles. Finely engraved on barrel breech, tang, lock, hammer and nipple base. Both have brass tipped hickory rod intact. All metal is a fine, clean gray patina. Bores are sharp. They are cased in a refurbished period casing and come with a period powder flask, two ebony turn screws, bullet mold, cap tin and two wooden tampers. If Mr. Eberhart states this is the only known such set, then you know it is a one of a kind, wonderful and extremely rare set. PROVENANCE: Purchased from the personal collection of Doug Eberhart.Accessories: cased with toolsBarrel Length: 3 1/2"Caliber/Bore: .46FFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: H. DeringerModel: Paperwork: Deringer BookSerial Number: NSN

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(A) RARE AND DOCUMENTED AUTHENTIC WHEELER INDIAN CHIEF'S TRADE MUSKET.

Lot # 1044 (Sale Order: 44 of 205)      

This musket is featured in the centerfold of "Native Americans, Explorers and Traders: Traces of Early Cross-Cultural Exchange in Wisconsin" which was written in the 1950's by Herman Bender. This is a prime example of a late 18th or early 19th century gun used most likely into the second or third quarter as it traveled West and was probably carried on horseback. This rare chief's grade trade gun is sometimes referred to as a "Medallion" gun because the relief embossed silver wrist escutcheon featuring the bust of an Indian Chief. This style was made in London between about 1790 and 1807. They were presented to Indian Chiefs or important Indians during special ceremonies. The gun has a two stage octagon to round barrel stamped "LONDON" on the top near the breech. Its original silver spider sight bead has been removed and a brass bead has been placed behind it. There are two Birmingham proofs on the left side of the breech. The lock has been converted to percussion during the period of use and is stamped "WHEELER" in the center. The tail is engraved with a bow and arrow motif. The brass furniture includes a full sideplate with molded sections and engraved with a bow and two arrows in the center. The brass buttplate is engraved en suite, as well as the trigger guard bow. The trigger guard finial is in the shape of three feathers and is engraved. The silver wrist escutcheon is reminiscent of Indian Peace medals and shows the bust of an Indian Chief. There are a series of brass tacks that form Indian designs on both sides of the buttstock and one behind the barrel tang; these were added during the secondary usage of the musket. The left side of the buttstock shows a large, silver, Indian made turtle with a convex shell. It is applied using iron tacks and is surrounded by brass tack designs. The forend features a pewter endcap as well as a period rawhide wrap with hand-carrying strap decorated with trade beads and now absent prairie chicken feathers. This is historically significant as it shows the length of time that this firearm was used. The partially figured walnut stock was shortened during the period to its current configuration. There is a relief carved panel around the barrel tang terminating in a tear drop. Iron ferrules have been attached to the ferrule and the ramrod has been replaced during the period with an iron ramrod. CONDITION: This trade musket is in completely untouched and as found condition. It remains in the exact configuration as it was at the end of its usage. The gun shows dark patinas and dry surfaces overall and shows heavy wear as well as period chips missing on the forend and around the barrel tang, which have now smoothed from use. A copy of the book featuring this gun is included. This is a rare and important, authentic Indian Chief's trade gun.Barrel Length: 37"Caliber/Bore: .58 SmoothboreFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: WheelerModel: Indian ChiefPaperwork: BookSerial Number: NSN
This musket is featured in the centerfold of "Native Americans, Explorers and Traders: Traces of Early Cross-Cultural Exchange in Wisconsin" which was written in the 1950...more's by Herman Bender. This is a prime example of a late 18th or early 19th century gun used most likely into the second or third quarter as it traveled West and was probably carried on horseback. This rare chief's grade trade gun is sometimes referred to as a "Medallion" gun because the relief embossed silver wrist escutcheon featuring the bust of an Indian Chief. This style was made in London between about 1790 and 1807. They were presented to Indian Chiefs or important Indians during special ceremonies. The gun has a two stage octagon to round barrel stamped "LONDON" on the top near the breech. Its original silver spider sight bead has been removed and a brass bead has been placed behind it. There are two Birmingham proofs on the left side of the breech. The lock has been converted to percussion during the period of use and is stamped "WHEELER" in the center. The tail is engraved with a bow and arrow motif. The brass furniture includes a full sideplate with molded sections and engraved with a bow and two arrows in the center. The brass buttplate is engraved en suite, as well as the trigger guard bow. The trigger guard finial is in the shape of three feathers and is engraved. The silver wrist escutcheon is reminiscent of Indian Peace medals and shows the bust of an Indian Chief. There are a series of brass tacks that form Indian designs on both sides of the buttstock and one behind the barrel tang; these were added during the secondary usage of the musket. The left side of the buttstock shows a large, silver, Indian made turtle with a convex shell. It is applied using iron tacks and is surrounded by brass tack designs. The forend features a pewter endcap as well as a period rawhide wrap with hand-carrying strap decorated with trade beads and now absent prairie chicken feathers. This is historically significant as it shows the length of time that this firearm was used. The partially figured walnut stock was shortened during the period to its current configuration. There is a relief carved panel around the barrel tang terminating in a tear drop. Iron ferrules have been attached to the ferrule and the ramrod has been replaced during the period with an iron ramrod. CONDITION: This trade musket is in completely untouched and as found condition. It remains in the exact configuration as it was at the end of its usage. The gun shows dark patinas and dry surfaces overall and shows heavy wear as well as period chips missing on the forend and around the barrel tang, which have now smoothed from use. A copy of the book featuring this gun is included. This is a rare and important, authentic Indian Chief's trade gun.Barrel Length: 37"Caliber/Bore: .58 SmoothboreFFL Status: AntiqueManufacturer: WheelerModel: Indian ChiefPaperwork: BookSerial Number: NSN

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Paint Decorated Hourglass For Rifle Timing, Found in North Carolina.

Lot # 1045 (Sale Order: 45 of 205)      

This hourglass is from Irdell County, North Carolina. Family history indicated that it was used to time the loading of a rifle. The top is decorated with a German style painted folk art pinwheel using yellows, reds, whites, and blacks. Complete with hand-written tag signed by William Ivey and dated 2013. Measures 4-3/4" in height, the top and bottom with a 2-7/8" diameter. Four turned posts painted red, black and white surround the hand-blown glass section filled with black sand. Two strands of period wool string reinforce the construction. CONDITION: Very good and "as found" with dark patina and crazed surfaces. A very attractive folk art hourglass. PROVENANCE: William W. Ivey Collection, author of "North Carolina Schools of Longrifles: 1765 - 1865".
This hourglass is from Irdell County, North Carolina. Family history indicated that it was used to time the loading of a rifle. The top is decorated with a German style...more painted folk art pinwheel using yellows, reds, whites, and blacks. Complete with hand-written tag signed by William Ivey and dated 2013. Measures 4-3/4" in height, the top and bottom with a 2-7/8" diameter. Four turned posts painted red, black and white surround the hand-blown glass section filled with black sand. Two strands of period wool string reinforce the construction. CONDITION: Very good and "as found" with dark patina and crazed surfaces. A very attractive folk art hourglass. PROVENANCE: William W. Ivey Collection, author of "North Carolina Schools of Longrifles: 1765 - 1865".

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Rare 18th Century Hand Forged Screw Threading Device.

Lot # 1046 (Sale Order: 46 of 205)      

Devices such as this would have been used by gunsmiths, as well as carried in the field by military troops. The device measures 15-1/2" in length overall and is made with handforged iron construction. The screw on the pivoting portion has a heart shaped iron finial on top and the device has three slots to thread three different screw sizes. CONDITION: All components are original and retain a heavy brown patina with some pitting overall. All adjustments are still functional and threads appear in all three slots. This is a very interesting and seldom encountered 18th century device.
Devices such as this would have been used by gunsmiths, as well as carried in the field by military troops. The device measures 15-1/2" in length overall and is made with...more handforged iron construction. The screw on the pivoting portion has a heart shaped iron finial on top and the device has three slots to thread three different screw sizes. CONDITION: All components are original and retain a heavy brown patina with some pitting overall. All adjustments are still functional and threads appear in all three slots. This is a very interesting and seldom encountered 18th century device.

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Good Figural Carved 18th Century Cane.

Lot # 1047 (Sale Order: 47 of 205)      

This well carved cane measures 33-1/4" overall. The top is carved with a full relief head of a gentleman with long hair in a tied ponytail. The face and hair are relief carved with great care to detail. Just below the carved head, there is a section of carved borders and designs. The remainder of the stick is natural, still retaining some of the original bark and showing cuts where smaller branches were removed by hand. CONDITION: Very good. Retaining most of its brown finish, showing some scattered nicks and marks from use on the bottom half. A very attractive and well carved cane. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Vernon Gunnion.
This well carved cane measures 33-1/4" overall. The top is carved with a full relief head of a gentleman with long hair in a tied ponytail. The face and hair are relief c...morearved with great care to detail. Just below the carved head, there is a section of carved borders and designs. The remainder of the stick is natural, still retaining some of the original bark and showing cuts where smaller branches were removed by hand. CONDITION: Very good. Retaining most of its brown finish, showing some scattered nicks and marks from use on the bottom half. A very attractive and well carved cane. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Vernon Gunnion.

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Carved Federal American Eagle Plaque with Tiger Maple Frame.

Lot # 1048 (Sale Order: 48 of 205)      

Measures 38-1/4" x 17-1/8" x 3/4". This early and well carved Federal eagle is done in high relief on a stippled ground. The eagle has its wings spread displaying a patriotic shield on the center of its breast. The early style head clutches a banner in its beak. The eagle's right talon holds and olive branch while the left clutches three arrows. There are two relief foliate scrolls stemming from the bottom two corners. The plaque is mounted is a period figured maple frame. The back shows two hand carved wooden hanging mounts retained by handmade screws. CONDITION: Carving retains a great, dark surface with some age cracks and scattered marks. Frame very good retaining a pleasing orange surface. An impressive Federal patriotic plaque. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Jeffrey Tillou.
Measures 38-1/4" x 17-1/8" x 3/4". This early and well carved Federal eagle is done in high relief on a stippled ground. The eagle has its wings spread displaying a patri...moreotic shield on the center of its breast. The early style head clutches a banner in its beak. The eagle's right talon holds and olive branch while the left clutches three arrows. There are two relief foliate scrolls stemming from the bottom two corners. The plaque is mounted is a period figured maple frame. The back shows two hand carved wooden hanging mounts retained by handmade screws. CONDITION: Carving retains a great, dark surface with some age cracks and scattered marks. Frame very good retaining a pleasing orange surface. An impressive Federal patriotic plaque. PROVENANCE: Purchased from Jeffrey Tillou.

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Ceremonial Maple War Club with Otter Effigy.

Lot # 1049 (Sale Order: 49 of 205)      

The club measures about 23" overall with a diamond section handle. It is constructed from a single piece of partially figured maple. There are three grooves on the inside near the top of the handle. There is a large ball carved at the top but there is no spike, indicating ceremonial use. There is a 4-1/2" otter effigy on the spine just behind the ball. This club is probably Eastern Native American. CONDITION: Very good, showing an old finish with scattered areas of wear, denting, and marks from use. The club has very attractive form and is well-constructed.
The club measures about 23" overall with a diamond section handle. It is constructed from a single piece of partially figured maple. There are three grooves on the inside...more near the top of the handle. There is a large ball carved at the top but there is no spike, indicating ceremonial use. There is a 4-1/2" otter effigy on the spine just behind the ball. This club is probably Eastern Native American. CONDITION: Very good, showing an old finish with scattered areas of wear, denting, and marks from use. The club has very attractive form and is well-constructed.

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Maple War Club.

Lot # 1050 (Sale Order: 50 of 205)      

Measures 22-1/2" overall and is of partially figured maple. The bottom of the handle has a small hole and the head of the large ball is fitted with an iron post. The club is probably Eastern American Indian and has fantastic form. CONDITION: Very good, with scattered scratches and marks from use. Some minor age cracks around iron post and some wear on each side of ball. Iron post shows great age with a dark, corroded patina.
Measures 22-1/2" overall and is of partially figured maple. The bottom of the handle has a small hole and the head of the large ball is fitted with an iron post. The club...more is probably Eastern American Indian and has fantastic form. CONDITION: Very good, with scattered scratches and marks from use. Some minor age cracks around iron post and some wear on each side of ball. Iron post shows great age with a dark, corroded patina.

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