Three mahogany gun cases, mid 19th century

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Three mahogany gun cases, mid 19th century
A John Manton & Son fitted case, lined in green baize, the lid with trade label, flush fitting carrying handle and circular escutcheon with engraved crest; and two others
34 x 9¼in. (86.3 x 23.5cm.) to 32 x 9½in. (81.2 x 24.1cm.) (3)
Sale room notice
There is only one other gun case in this lot, NOT two as stated in the catalogue.

Lot Essay

COMPARATIVE LITERATURE
W.Keith Neal & D.H.L.Back British Gunmakers - Their Trade Cards, Cases and Equipment Compton Press, Tisbury 1980.

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