A superb late 18th century engraved drinking horn with a figural cat head. The cat head is carved with inlaid copper eyes. The engraved imagery unfolds around the entirety of the horn with folk art chickens, battle scene, and two men boxing. A fine and rare example of an early piece of scrimshaw.
Dimensions: Approx 6 inches in length, with a 2 1/4 inch opening at the end.