Fog horn (2) - Lacquered brass - ship's whistle

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Two decorative lacquered brass ship horns from France, dating to circa 1850–1900, in good used condition with minor signs of aging and stains; largest measures 39 cm by 8 cm and weighs about 280 g, smaller measures 35 cm by 7 cm and weighs about 170 g, both intended for display and not functional.

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Description from the seller

ship's whistle
Misthoorn
two pieces

Both with rounded ends.


Maritime object

Ship horns
A brass eyelet for chain or rope.

Collectors Items

Largest dimension
L. 39 cm
B. 8 cm
Weight: approx 280 g
The largest one comes from the end of the 19th century,

Dull and bronze-like material.


Smaller dimensions
L. 35 cm
B. 7 cm
Weight: 170 g

Circa 1940-1950
Bright brass.

The mouthpieces cannot be unscrewed.
Both ship’s horns are only for decoration.
Functioning unknown. (Cannot blow hard)

In beautiful and very decorative condition.


Worldwide shipping possible.

ship's whistle
Misthoorn
two pieces

Both with rounded ends.


Maritime object

Ship horns
A brass eyelet for chain or rope.

Collectors Items

Largest dimension
L. 39 cm
B. 8 cm
Weight: approx 280 g
The largest one comes from the end of the 19th century,

Dull and bronze-like material.


Smaller dimensions
L. 35 cm
B. 7 cm
Weight: 170 g

Circa 1940-1950
Bright brass.

The mouthpieces cannot be unscrewed.
Both ship’s horns are only for decoration.
Functioning unknown. (Cannot blow hard)

In beautiful and very decorative condition.


Worldwide shipping possible.

Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Industrial design
Brass type
Lacquered brass
Title additional information
ship's whistle
No. of items
2
Country of Origin
France
Material
Brass
Style
Industrial
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
39 cm
Width
8 cm
Depth
0 cm
Weight
450 g
Estimated period
1850-1900
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Objects sold
88.89%
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