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A RARE RHINOCEROS HORN SQUARE DRAGON SEAL

17TH/18TH CENTURY

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A RARE RHINOCEROS HORN SQUARE DRAGON SEAL
17TH/18TH CENTURY
The top of the block finely carved in partial openwork with two dragons contesting a flaming pearl amidst clouds, the base uncarved
2 1/8 in. (5.3 cm.) high
Provenance
Sotheby's, London, 18 November 1998, lot 827.
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.

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