2151

$1,481.25

TWO CEREMONIAL PRESENTATION PARADE DRUMS.

19th century, England. Each with painted cartouche reading “George Potter & Co. Potter’s Corner ALDERSHOT.” First snare drum marked “THE ROYAL HUSSARS, (P.W.O.)” above a plumed crest flanked by listings of military campaigns for this regiment beginning with Warburg at Beaumont and ending with Villiers Bocace. Additionally beneath the crest is a banner reading “Italy, 1943-44-45”. Drum body of copper. Second snare drum decorated with a banner reading “1st BN THE SHERWOOD FORESTERS” above the regiment crest flanked by banners of campaigns in which the Foresters participated beginning with “Louisburg” and ending with “Gothic Line” and an additional banner beneath the crest of “Signapore Island”. Snare drum with copper body. Both drums have been converted to side tables by the addition of 3 short legs attached to bottom of each drum. SIZE: 1) 15″ h x 14-3/4″ dia. 2) 14-1/2″ h x 14-1/2″ dia. CONDITION: Drums structurally good. Bottom skins of each exhibit screw holes from attachment of legs. The Forester’s drum with additional slit in bottom skin. The painted and decorated panel on each drum are believed to be late 20th century while the drums themselves are thought to be late 19th or 20th century. Generally good overall. 50586-8, 50586-8, 50586-9, (700-900) – Lot 2151

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Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antique Auction - August 2016

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