Odd Fellows Lodge Cornucopia

Folk Art Carved Odd Fellows Lodge Cornucopia

American, fourth quarter of the 19th c.
Carved wood, polychrome paint
Untouched original condition, retaining original oxidized varnish finish over original paint.
Provenance: Private Collection, Ohio.
Having survived in exceptional condition, this Odd Fellows Cornucopia was created for the Independent Order of Odd Fellows (IOOF) in the late 19th century. These carved polychrome-painted cornucopias or “horn of plenty” were filled with fruits and vegetables symbolizing the groups’ core beliefs of friendship, love, and truth. The cornucopia itself is a symbol of abundance, representing the charitable benefits and support offered by the fraternal order.

13 ½” Length

Price: $4,750