PAINTED CIVIL WAR CANTEEN.

PAINTED CIVIL WAR CANTEEN. This is a beautiful piece of folk art utilizing a Federal issue Model 1859 regulation canteen which measured about 7-1/2″ in diameter. There is a fine rendition of a Union camp scene showing Union soldiers in camp with tents, Conestoga style wagon and a cooking fire in a pastoral setting. Painted canteens are found from time to time with varying degrees of artistic style and quality. This particular example appears in fine, “as found” condition. CONDITION: The obverse side of painted canteen is mostly intact with scattered chips of paint missing, small scrapes, scratches and abrasions, as can be seen in photos. Reverse side of canteen is painted gold with a couple large dents and is missing about 5% paint from abrasions as can be seen in photos. 4-44169 JS40 (750-950)

Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2435	$920.00	PAINTED CIVIL WAR CANTEEN. This is a beautiful piece of folk art utilizing a Federal issue Model 1859 regulation canteen which measured about 7-1/2″ in diameter. There is a fine rendition of a Union camp scene showing Union soldiers in camp with tents, Conestoga style wagon and a cooking fire in a pastoral setting. Painted canteens are found from time to time with varying degrees of artistic style and quality. This particular example appears in fine, “as found” condition. CONDITION: The obverse side of painted canteen is mostly intact with scattered chips of paint missing, small scrapes, scratches and abrasions, as can be seen in photos. Reverse side of canteen is painted gold with a couple large dents and is missing about 5% paint from abrasions as can be seen in photos. 4-44169 JS40 (750-950) Auction: Firearms - Spring 2012 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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