Lot Essay
A similar powder horn, dated to the 18th century, is in the Metropolitan Museum, New York (1976.176.2). Another sold at Christie’s, South Kensington, 1 October 2012, lot 46.
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KOTAH, NORTH INDIA, 18TH/19TH CENTURY
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AN IVORY AND MOTHER-OF-PEARL INLAID POWDER FLASK
KOTAH, NORTH INDIA, 18TH/19TH CENTURY
Of typical form, inlaid with quatrefoil and floral motifs, with ivory stopper and steel double suspension rings
6 5/8in. (16.8cm.) high, 5 3/8in. (13.6cm.) across
KOTAH, NORTH INDIA, 18TH/19TH CENTURY
Of typical form, inlaid with quatrefoil and floral motifs, with ivory stopper and steel double suspension rings
6 5/8in. (16.8cm.) high, 5 3/8in. (13.6cm.) across
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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