Powder horn
Datec.1799
Geography
Made -
United States
Medium/TechniqueHorn, wood
DimensionsOverall: 2 3/4 in. x 2 3/4 in. x 10 1/2 in. (6.99 cm x 6.99 cm x 26.67 cm)
Credit LineGift of Dr. Ronald L. and MG (USA, Ret.) Celia Adolphi, 2012
Object numberM-5278
DescriptionGray powder horn with pine base plug that is crudely inscribed. An early iron screw is attached to the base to which a leather string is tied.
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c. 1770
1750-1800
1755-1785
Possibly 1775-1800, with later alterations
c. 1764-1789
c. 1775-1793
1755-1785
1750-1800
c. 1775-1776
1797-1799