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17TH CENTURY
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A RHINOCEROS HORN LIBATION CUP
17TH CENTURY
In the form of a tree-trunk section, the pierced handle formed by a pine branch and a prunus branch along one narrow side, with a bamboo branch below the rim, forming the 'Three Friends of Winter', the interior rim with two dragons amidst cloud scrolls, the horn of a rich and warm honey tone
5¼ in. (13.3 cm.) wide
17TH CENTURY
In the form of a tree-trunk section, the pierced handle formed by a pine branch and a prunus branch along one narrow side, with a bamboo branch below the rim, forming the 'Three Friends of Winter', the interior rim with two dragons amidst cloud scrolls, the horn of a rich and warm honey tone
5¼ in. (13.3 cm.) wide
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 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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