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A 19th century carved ivory and oak cane with the head of a tiger
[unsigned], the head carved from polished ivory in the form of a tiger's head with open mouth, glass eyes, painted stripes and inlaid brass nose. With a sterling collar inscribed "From J.D. to W.M.R./Paris, 1889", and a brass tip.
35½ in. (90.2 cm.)
[unsigned], the head carved from polished ivory in the form of a tiger's head with open mouth, glass eyes, painted stripes and inlaid brass nose. With a sterling collar inscribed "From J.D. to W.M.R./Paris, 1889", and a brass tip.
35½ in. (90.2 cm.)
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.