DepartmentEurope

Drinking Horn

NameDrinking Horn

Maker Blanca Garcia

Date1897

Place madeSPAIN, Europe

MediumWood, metal

DimensionsOverall: 8 11/16 x 3 15/16 x 3 1/16 in. (22 x 10 x 7.7 cm)

Credit LineMuseum of International Folk Art, IFAF Collection, FA.1963.13.91

Object numberFA.1963.13.91

DescriptionA carved horn for drinking milk or other liquids has "Viva mi dueno Lope Verde y clavo natural del pueblo de la cuenca ano 1897." Has three panels numbered. First has Santiago on horse and man under horse at top. Large image of crucifixion. Numerous other symbolic images. Wood bottom secured with brass wire and brass pin. Holes pierced in top for attachment of lid, now gone.