Lot 080: Vintage Oak Mounted Horns with Mallet and Brass Disc

Description

A vintage decorative piece featuring two natural horns mounted on an oval oak plaque, accompanied by a wooden mallet and a round brass disc. Key Details: * Origin/Era: Mid-20th Century * Material: Natural horn, oak wood, brass * Style: Rustic, Lodge * The horns are securely mounted in ornate metal fittings on the wooden plaque. * The mallet has a light-coloured head and a turned wooden handle, resting on the plaque next to a small brass plate. * The separate brass disc shows signs of age and patina. Condition: Visible wear consistent with age, including scuffs and scratches to the wooden plaque. The brass elements show tarnishing and patina. One horn has a visible crack near the tip. The mallet head shows marks from use. Interesting fact: * Decorative horn displays were popular in homes, particularly studies or hunting lodges, from the Victorian era through the mid-20th century. * These items often served as conversation pieces, showcasing natural elements and rustic aesthetics. Use: Suitable as a decorative accent for a study, bar, or living space, appealing to collectors of vintage lodge decor or unique curiosities.

Condition Report

Scuffs and scratches to the wooden plaque; tarnishing and patina on brass elements; one horn has a crack near the tip; mallet head shows marks from use.

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