Bidspirit auction | 19th Century Carved Bovine Horn

19th Century Carved Bovine Horn Scythe Stone Holder - This antique utilitarian folk art object is a scythe stone holder, also known as a mower's horn, likely dating to the 19th century. The piece is fashioned from a natural bovine horn and includes an attached forged iron belt hook for suspension, secured with metal fasteners. The exterior surface features folk art carvings executed with stippled and incised techniques, depicting a stylized anthropomorphic face or zoomorphic figure. Indistinct markings are located above the central decorative element. The horn displays a dark, aged patina throughout.