17TH CENTURY

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A RHINOCEROS HORN LIBATION CUP
17TH CENTURY
Of small form, deeply hollowed with an extended lip, carved around the exterior with magnolia buds and leaves, all borne on a branch forming the openwork base, the horn of a dark caramel tone
4 in. (10.2 cm.) high

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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Caroline Allen

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Please note this lot is accompanied by a letter from Animal Health agreeing that Christie's may sell it without further CITES certification and confirming that they would be likely to grant an export permit for it to leave the EU post-sale.

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