Lot 316
  • 316

A Finely Carved Ivory Sword or Dagger Handle, South India, Possibly Goa, Late 17th Century

Estimate
10,000 - 12,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Ivory
the pommel carved in the form of a stylised lion head, with expressive facial features and an open mouth revealing rows of sharp teeth, with wavy bands of hair running down its back, the hilt carved with flowerheads and symmetrical leafy scrolls, includes stand

Condition

In overall good condition, with slight cracks to ivory consistent with age, carved with a hole for sword handle, as viewed.
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Catalogue Note

A markedly similar carved ivory handle, attributed to Goa, is in the British Museum (inv.no.xxx).