Artifact Found Near Lufkin, TX - Need Help Identifying

originally posted by: UnderKingsPeak
The beard is really heavy for a Conquistador.
Could that be a Nordic beard ?
Maybe early 1800's German Cabinet Artisans
that were abundant throughout Texas ?

It does look somewhat Nordic but the carving on the other side definitely looks conquistador.

a reply to: TXTriker

this cannot be for water, very small. It may be something to store medicine or poison.

Received a response back from Briscoe Museum and have forwarded pictures to them. Will see what they say!

originally posted by: Ploutonas
a reply to: TXTriker

this cannot be for water, very small. It may be something to store medicine or poison.

Medicine, poison, perfume, oil - all were considered but when I saw the top opening it doesn't look like it could easily contain a stopper that would not leak. The top opening, to me, looks more like an opening left from the mold.

Since Catholocism was an important part of conquistador life, this object may be a holy water urn.
The size fits, but the museum will probably be able to accurately come up with a date.

Looks like a door knocker.

Response from Briscoe Museum. I have the list of appraisers if anyone wants it send me a PM.

RE: The Briscoe Western Art Museum - Contact Form Submission
After conferring with our collections staff they agreed that the best source for accurate identification and authentication would be a professional appraiser. I have attached a list of several along with their areas of specialty should you choose to go this route. I hope this helps you in your search! Regards, Sharon Sharon Garcia, Communications Manager

I guess we will see if the Witte responds.