Engraved Scrimshaw Powder Horn with Mermaid and Animals

American powder horn late 18th-early 19th century, engraved…
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American powder horn late 18th-early 19th century, engraved scrimshaw horn (bovine), engravings and low relief designs (with initials), depicting a mermaid, animals, birds, and abstract symbols, length 32 cm

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