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1853 MOBILE, ALABAMA FIREHORN

Offered by: Kelly Kinzle Antiques

Description
Presented to Charles P. Gage, Esq., Foreman, Mobile Hook and Ladder Co. No. 1 as a testament of the confidence and respect reposed in him by the company. Nov. 21st, 1853

Unmarked
Mobile, Alabama
20.5” x 8.5”

A rare pre-Civil War southern trumpet. Charles Gage served the Mobile Fire Department for many years. According to the Mobile Register: “his funeral procession in 1868 was headed by the Fire Department Band, followed by the members in uniform of the Fire Department with their colors furled and draped in mourning; and the delegates of the Fire Department Association of which the deceased was President ……”

More Information

Period:	19th Century
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1853
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	580472

Dimensions

W.	20.5 in;	H.	8.5 in;
W.	52.07 cm;	H.	21.59 cm;

Message from Seller:

Kelly Kinzle Antiques, located in the historic town square of New Oxford, PA, specializes in rare and exceptional objects, including tall case clocks, firearms, Pennsylvania decorative arts, and firefighting memorabilia. With a reputation for handling unique items, Kelly has worked with prestigious institutions like the Smithsonian and Colonial Williamsburg—contact him at 717.495.3395 or via email at info@kellykinzleantiques.com.