Powder Horn

Mexican

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An inscription on this powder horn identifies its owner and probable maker as Benito Pérez Gómez. Dated 1809, the horn is crudely engraved with skirmishing soldiers, including one holding a musket and another on horseback. The archangel St. Michael, patron and protector of soldiers, is shown battling the devil. Inscriptions give thanks to God and praise Jesus and Mary.

Powder Horn, Horn (ox), Mexican

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Powder Horn, Horn (ox), Mexican
Powder Horn, Horn (ox), Mexican
Powder Horn, Horn (ox), Mexican
Powder Horn, Horn (ox), Mexican

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