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MUGHAL INDIA, CIRCA 18TH CENTURY
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A GEMSET IVORY HEAD OF A BEAR
MUGHAL INDIA, CIRCA 18TH CENTURY
Possibly a pommel or a stopper, realistically carved, the open mouth revealing fangs and red tongue, the eyes set with colourless gems, ears now lacking with remains of red pigment, a band of petals around the neck, the base with screw thread
1½in. (3.7cm.) high
MUGHAL INDIA, CIRCA 18TH CENTURY
Possibly a pommel or a stopper, realistically carved, the open mouth revealing fangs and red tongue, the eyes set with colourless gems, ears now lacking with remains of red pigment, a band of petals around the neck, the base with screw thread
1½in. (3.7cm.) high
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.