17TH CENTURY

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A SMALL RHINOCEROS HORN LIBATION CUP
17TH CENTURY
Of lobed hexagonal form supported on a splayed foot, carved to the exterior at the mid-section with a band comprising of stylised lotus blooms borne on leafy scrolls, the openwork handle formed by two winged chilong, with one grasping the rim and peering into the interior, the striated horn of an attractive pale honey tone
4 in. (10.2 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.

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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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