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INDIA, 119TH CENTURY
Details
**An Ivory Ceremonial Blade
India, 119th century
Gently curved with an elephant grip and intricately carved pommel, the blade depicting scenes from the Ramayana
24¼ in. (61.6 cm.) high
India, 119th century
Gently curved with an elephant grip and intricately carved pommel, the blade depicting scenes from the Ramayana
24¼ in. (61.6 cm.) high
Provenance
New York trade, 1990s
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.