ENGRAVED POWDER HORN OF THOMAS WHITE.

This powder horn is attributed to the Lake George School and exhibits the professional engraving similar to known artists such as the J.W. Carver and John Bush. The horn measures about 12-1/2" across the bow. There is a conical spout section followed by a scalloped relief ring. The edge of the main body is also scalloped, and the front of the horn is professionally engraved in large letters "THOMAS WHITE HIS HORN". There are also engraved dates of "1759" formed by a series of dots and "1760". The top of the horn, just below the scalloped edge, is engraved with concentric designs with punch dot accents. The base of the horn is engraved with a series of punch dots and small flowers. The wooden plug is retained by wooden pins and has a brass candle drawer pull for strap attachment. CONDITION: Horn has probably been shortened at the spout and there is some losses due to flaking at the spout. Horn shows a pleasing light honey patina with some scattered scratches, a couple minor insect bites, and some cracking and damage around the plug. An attractive French and Indian War horn done by a professional engraver. DG