The successful colonial farmer, wealthy merchant or Virginia
aristocrat, wanted his equipment to send a message about his social
status. A fine rifle or fowling piece
would be accompanied by fine shooting bag and horn. By the beginning of the French and Indian war
rococo decoration and dark leather were very much in style.
Tom and Sandy Greco, repeat auction supporters, have created
this refined and historically appropriate hunting set for this years
auction. The set is comprised of a belt
pouch, 7 by 6 inches; a hunting bag, roughly 8 1/2 inches high and 8 inches
wide: and a powder horn roughly 11 inches around the outside curve.
The leather pieces are of cow hide, stained with vinegar stain,
and lined with sueded calf skin. It has
brass buckles and tactsThe craftsmanship on both leather pieces is top quality,
with gussets, welts, binding on the edges and lined flaps. The flaps are decorated with with diamond
pattern engraving and small brass tacks.
Both have brass buckles. The top
grain lined strap for the shooting bag with two brass buckles and D rings pairs
perfectly with the bag.
The powder horn is as elegant as they get. Tom Greco’s carefully crafted horn is set off
by a classic rococo leaf pattern designed and engraved by Sandy Greco, who
once again demonstrates her mastery of
18th century art forms. A panel is
provided for the owner to place his name.
The horn has a separate strap, appropriate for a gentleman’s outfit,
meticulously crafted and decorated with wooden beads. The horn has subtle little touches like the
woven cord securing the spout and the twist in the stable securing the front
strap.
All the pieces are marked with the Greco fish and G touch mark.
Tom and Sandy Greco’s contact information:
Phone 773-744-5401
Copy by Heinz Ahlers with photo 1 R Lambert and other photos Heinz Ahlers
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