Equine Wall Hook with Decorative Hunting Horn
Decorative Art; Mixed Media Assemblage • Anonymous; likely European or North American commercial foundry
Style & Movement
Traditional/Equestrian Revival
Medium & Technique
Cast brass (hook), sheet brass/copper alloy (horn), and braided textile (chord)
Creation Period
Mid-20th Century (circa 1950-1970)
Dimensions & Format
Overall height approximately 15-18 inches; Portrait orientation hook (approx. 6 inches); circular horn (approx. 8-10 inches diameter)
Subject Description
A wall-mounted brass hook featuring a stylized horse head with a long tapering neck, upon which hangs a circular copper-brass hunting horn (post horn) suspended by a red cord. The arrangement evokes traditional fox hunting and country estate aesthetics.
Condition & Value Assessment
Condition Assessment
Good; shows signs of oxidation, surface wear, and age-related tarnishing
Estimated Market Value
$75.00 - $150.00 USD
Auction Estimate
$50.00 - $100.00 USD
Provenance History
Unknown; likely a mass-produced interior decor item from a domestic residence
Art Historical Significance
Primarily functional decorative arts with low art-historical significance; representative of mid-century interest in traditional British country life and sporting motifs.
Notable Features
The horse head features recessed screw holes for wall mounting; the horn's red braided cord provides a vibrant textural contrast to the metallic elements.
Condition Issues
Surface oxidation (patina) on metal; fraying to the red textile cord; minor surface scratches and indentations on the bell of the horn.
Conservation Recommendations
Gently polish metal with non-abrasive brass cleaner if a high-shine finish is desired; keep in a low-humidity environment to prevent further corrosion.