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POSSIBLY TANJORE, SOUTH INDIA, 19TH CENTURY
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A GILT-BRASS AND IVORY-INLAID TAMBURA
POSSIBLY TANJORE, SOUTH INDIA, 19TH CENTURY
Of typical form with hemispherical body and long tapering neck, the base, scroll and base of the neck with gilt brass mounts finely carved with mythical lions and birds, the body finely fluted and inlaid with ivory panels carved with floral motifs on black lac ground, on stand
72cm. long
POSSIBLY TANJORE, SOUTH INDIA, 19TH CENTURY
Of typical form with hemispherical body and long tapering neck, the base, scroll and base of the neck with gilt brass mounts finely carved with mythical lions and birds, the body finely fluted and inlaid with ivory panels carved with floral motifs on black lac ground, on stand
72cm. long
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.
Sale room notice
Please note this(/these) item(s) contains elephant ivory. The US has recently changed its rules on the import of elephant ivory. Please see the back of the catalogue for more information.