SNUFF MULL
Creator(s): Unknown
Currently in storage
About this object
The horn is bent back on itself to form a circle. The end is carved in the shape of an animals head, probably a dog. It grasps the hinge with its mouth. The cover is decorated with silver plaques engraved with a thistle and two leaves. There is also an oval medallion for an initial.
- Object name:
- SNUFF MULL
- Made from:
- Horn -- silver
- Made in:
- SCOTLAND
- Date made:
- 19th c.
- Size:
- 10.2 cm (4 in.)
Detailed information for this item
- Catalog number:
- 36.86
- Class:
- HORN
- Signature marks:
- Credit line:
- Bequest of Marjorie Merriweather Post, 1973