Lot 18: Powder Horn and Hunting Bag by: Lawrence Fiorillo and Todd Hambrick

It may be that one could date this set by the size of the powder horn. I see it as 18th century, possibly used by a long hunter or someone who hunts more than most. Both pieces are homemade. Cowhide was used for the bag with a course hemp thread for stitching. The bag shows considerable age. Despite its simple design, it was well-made and well taken care of. The straps are ¾” cowhide and adjust with an old iron buckle. The powder horn matches perfectly, and speaks volumes, 16” around the curve, completely hand carved from tip to butt, scrape marks visible. Just a plain iron staple for the butt-end strap, nothing fancy. Probably holds close to a pound of powder. This one was scraped mighty thin. Hold it up to the light and you can see what’s inside.