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17TH/18TH CENTURY
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**An Unusual and Well-Carved Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup
17th/18th century
Finely carved around the sides with numerous snails of various sizes, and around the base with a crayfish, crab and mollusks against waves, the handle at one end formed by two gnarled tree trunks, the flat rim with key pattern, of deep, honey-brown color
6½in. (16.5cm.) long, carved stand and box
17th/18th century
Finely carved around the sides with numerous snails of various sizes, and around the base with a crayfish, crab and mollusks against waves, the handle at one end formed by two gnarled tree trunks, the flat rim with key pattern, of deep, honey-brown color
6½in. (16.5cm.) long, carved stand and box
Special notice
Notice Regarding the Sale of Ivory and Tortoiseshell
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing ivory or tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.