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QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
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A CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN 'MAGNOLIA' LIBATION CUP
QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
The magnolia-form cup with flared sides is finely carved around the exterior in high relief with magnolia blooms, the handle in the form of a large mangolia blossom issuing from a gnarling branch extending to the base. The material is of a rich caramel tone.
4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm.) wide
QING DYNASTY, 18TH CENTURY
The magnolia-form cup with flared sides is finely carved around the exterior in high relief with magnolia blooms, the handle in the form of a large mangolia blossom issuing from a gnarling branch extending to the base. The material is of a rich caramel tone.
4 1/2 in. (11.4 cm.) wide
Provenance
Acquired in Washington D.C., 1972, and thence by descent within the family to the present owner
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, tortoiseshell and crocodile. 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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