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Garden Court Antiques
1700 16th Street
San Francisco, CA 94103 , United States
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Scottish Ram's Horn Snuff Mull, Historical Trophy With Engravings
$ 2,850
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Description
A Scottish rams horn snuff mull with distinguished provenance; engraved atop of the hinged lid is a finely executed prancing horse and #11;inscription: NORTH BERWICK STAKES DIVIDED BY RED TD.; DOG, "VICTIM" #11;DIRLETON, 1868; although the cap features an engraved horse, this snuff mull was bestowed as a trophy to the owner of a dog, possibly puppies, competing in hare coursing competitions. Scottish circa 1868
The sport was popular in England and Scotland from the late 18th to the late 19th centuries. #11;Traditionally, was limited to the wealthy and dates back to as far back as 180 A.D. Dogs were judged as to how well they pursued their quarry in competition with another dog. Meetings took place on a large area of open unfenced grounds so spectators could watch the dogs work; the judge being on horseback. The hare would escape more than two-thirds of the time.
height: 5 in. 13 cm., width: 9.5 in. 24 cm., depth: 8 in. 20 cm. -
More Information
Period: 19th Century Condition: Good. Creation Date: Circa 1868 Styles / Movements: Traditional Dealer Reference #: JG-304 Incollect Reference #: 360464 -
Dimensions
W. 9.5 in; H. 5 in; W. 24.13 cm; H. 12.7 cm;
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