An American militia canteen - SOLD
New England, Circa 1815.

Original painted decoration.

Signed "Sgt. Mate Wm Whedon".

Dia. - 5 1/2", Thickness - 2"

Reference: New England militia uniforms and accouterments. A publication of Old Sturbridge Village, Sturbridge MA, by John Obed Curtis and William H. Guthman pg. 82 for a canteen by the same artist.

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