A German gilt-metal mounted carved ivory tankard circa 1870

surmounted by a finial of the figure of Vincingetorix, the cup carved in the round with a scene of the battle of Alesia.

Overall good condition; finely carved; tarnishing wear and dirt to the gilt-metal with some losses to the gilding; the ivory Viking-form finial with a loss to the figure's proper left arm, chip to the shield; repaired breaks to the legs at the ankles with infilling and losses; the ivory body appears to have been cleaned and with minor rubbing and wear. 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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