THE JOHN FORDHAM 'LIBERTY FOR AMERICA' REVOLUTIONARY WAR POWDER HORN, SAG HARBOR, NEW YORK, APRIL 12, 1776
THE JOHN FORDHAM 'LIBERTY FOR AMERICA' REVOLUTIONARY WAR POWDER HORN, SAG HARBOR, NEW YORK, APRIL 12, 1776
inscribed LIBERTY FOR AMARICA/ MADE BY THE ONE RINF/ INF/ IOHN FORDHAMS HORN/ MADE APRIL 12 AD 1776 and SAGG HARBOUR on ring above; inscribed JR on butt plug.
Length 12 in.
Condition Report:
In overall fine condition. One large crack in upper half with the majority of brass band broken off. Appears to retain its original butt plate. Wooden plug and piece of broken off leather in spare parts bag. Accession number A8447 listed on rim near butt end.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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THE JOHN FORDHAM 'LIBERTY FOR AMERICA' REVOLUTIONARY WAR POWDER HORN, SAG HARBOR, NEW YORK, APRIL 12, 1776
inscribed LIBERTY FOR AMARICA/ MADE BY THE ONE RINF/ INF/ IOHN FORDHAMS HORN/ MADE APRIL 12 AD 1776 and SAGG HARBOUR on ring above; inscribed JR on butt plug.
Length 12 in.
Condition Report:
In overall fine condition. One large crack in upper half with the majority of brass band broken off. Appears to retain its original butt plate. Wooden plug and piece of broken off leather in spare parts bag. Accession number A8447 listed on rim near butt end.
In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective qualified opinion.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING CONDITION OF A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD "AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF SALE PRINTED IN THE CATALOGUE.
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