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Lot 322

Lot 322

A pair of African carved ivory tusks. Each carved with a coiled snake, a bird perched upon its...

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Lot 322

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A pair of African carved ivory tusks. Each carved with a coiled snake, a bird perched upon its head, an elephant treading upon its tail, plus further animals along its body, above a base collar, lengths (external curve) 24" and 25" respectively, (61cm and 63.5cm), (2).


Export issue: Yes

Postage: Auction Default

Weight: No

Total lot weight: No

Some dark marks but overall both very good with rich patination. Slight colour and size difference between the two.

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