A German silvered-metal mounted carved ivory tankard late 19th century

depicting a bacchanalian scene with putti, surmounted by a bacchante-form finial.

Overall good condition; light rubbing and wear and dirt to surface of ivory consistent with wear and touching; the silvered metal with tarnishing; wear and rubbing and with some losses to the silvering. Please note this lot contains endangered material which may require a CITES permit to export. Please contact the department with any questions prior to sale.
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