AN 18TH/ 19TH C. NORTH AFRICAN BERBER POWDER HORN
The carved horn with inlays, motifs in high relief and engraved inscriptions is mounted with a primitive metal cap having simple engraved decoration.
Measures 8 inches in length.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.
In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Condition Report: Very good original condition, there are no issues of damage or repair, light wear at some edges.
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The carved horn with inlays, motifs in high relief and engraved inscriptions is mounted with a primitive metal cap having simple engraved decoration.
Measures 8 inches in length.
Provenance: The estate of Morton and Estelle Sosland.
In Kansas City, the Sosland family name is synonymous with both giving, and the arts. Of their many contributions to the community, 'The Soslands gave one of the nation's finest private collections of American Indian art to the Nelson-Atkins' museum (nelson-atkins.org). The content of this auction bears testament to their keen eye and varied interests. No property has been added; each lot here originates with the Sosland family and sells without reserve.
We happily provide seamless in-house packing and shipping services on nearly everything we sell.
Until further notice, we cannot offer international shipping in-house.
Condition Report: Very good original condition, there are no issues of damage or repair, light wear at some edges.
