A German powder horn, circa 1740. Body of pressed greenish cow horn, fitted with richly chiselled and engraved, fire-gilded brass mountings. A triple wheellock key mounted on the front surrounded by laurel and rocaille ornamentation. Finely engraved bottom plate. Two suspension rings on one side. The belt slide in the back is missing. The body shows minor insect damage and restorations. Length 25 cm. historic, historical, 18th century, powder flask, accessory, accessories, military, militaria, object, objects, stills, utilities, utility, clipping, clippings, cu,

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