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Treadle Lathe-Turned Horn Penner
| Categories | Travel |
| Type | Penner |
| Material | Horn/Bone/Tusk, Wood |
| Markings | Unmarked |
| Origin | Undetermined |
| Date or Era | late 18th or early 19th century |
| Measuring | 9” long |
This penner, dating back to the late 18th or early 19th century, is crafted from horn. Horn was cheap, light in weight, easy to work with, and available. Its tubular structure along with the ability to shape heat softened horn made its use desirable. This penner showcases intricate lathe work.
The penner consists of four components:
- Inkwell: A cylindrical container – would have had a cork stopper or leather plug (missing here).
- Quill Holder Tube: A long, tapering tube designed to hold and protect the quill pen.
- Sander: A small, cylindrical piece with holes, used to dry ink.
- Eraser Cap: A hollow cap that doubles as an eraser, utilizing friction to remove ink.
Sold for $700 in September 2024
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