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A George III Horn Hunting Cup.
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A George III Horn Hunting Cup.

18th century
Sold 25 February 2025 · Youngs Antiques
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Description

A george III horn hunting cup, the engraved decoration depicting a fox hunt, with huntsman on horseback and lots of fox hounds chasing a fox with rolling countryside and georgian houses in the background.

The cup is in good condition with some minor chips and losses commensurate with age, its a lovely example to put in your display cabinet.

Date of Manufacture

Youngs Antiques has dated this George III Horn Hunting Cup to the Georgian era.

Physical Dimensions
Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
7.6cm (2.99")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1112078
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Description
A george III horn hunting cup, the engraved decoration depicting a fox hunt, with huntsman on horseback and lots of fox hounds chasing a fox with rolling countryside and georgian houses in the background.
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The cup is in good condition with some minor chips and losses commensurate with age, its a lovely example to put in your display cabinet.
Youngs Antiques
Date of Manufacture

Youngs Antiques has dated this George III Horn Hunting Cup to the Georgian era.

Height
10cm (3.94")
Width
7.6cm (2.99")
Depth
5cm (1.97")
Reference Numbers
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SA1112078
Youngs Antiques
Youngs Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2017

Specialist in fine art and antiques.

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An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A George III Horn Hunting Cup.

Archive II An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. View II
Archive III An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. View III
Archive IV An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. View IV
Archive V An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. View V
Archive VI An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. View VI
Archive VII An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. View VII
Archive VIII An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. View VIII
Archive IX An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox. View IX
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An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox.
A george III horn hunting cup.
Ref: SA1112078
An antique tapered horn cup featuring hand-engraved illustrations of a huntsman on horseback, hounds, and a fox.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectDrinking Vessels
  • Period18th century
  • StyleGeorgian
  • MaterialHorn
  • ColourAmber
  • MotifsScrimshaw engraving, Huntsman and hounds, Tapered cylindrical form
  • SizeH 10 cm (4 in) x W 7.6 cm (3 in) x D 5 cm (2 in)

FAQs

Objects from the George III period often reflect the agrarian and sporting interests of the era, frequently featuring finely etched or scrimshaw scenes depicting rural life and fox hunting.

These vessels were typically fashioned from natural cattle or ram horn, shaped using heat and pressure, and decorated using hand-engraving techniques often highlighted with dark pigments or wax.

Authenticity is determined by examining the natural grain and striations of the horn, the depth and oxidation of the hand-carved lines, and signs of genuine age such as surface wear and patina.

This item can be displayed as a standalone objet dart on a bookshelf or mantelpiece, adding historical texture and a curated focal point to a study or living space.

Antique horn should be kept away from direct sunlight, extreme heat sources, and excessive moisture to prevent warping, drying, and cracking.
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