Chinese Archaistic Carved Buffalo Horn Rhyton Cup
Winning Bid $415.00
Bid History 41 Bids
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Location: BRG-Greenwich
Item #: 297901
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Item Description
A Chinese archaistic carved buffalo horn Rhyton cup. Rhyton or libation cups like these were originally intended for ceremonial use.
This example rests on an oval foot with carved keyfret decoration, rising upwards with intricately carved decoration including a central band of carved Tao Tie masks seen in relief together with its ornately carved handle featuring a chilong dragon carved in relief. The mouth rim with another band of keyfret motif.
Condition: Good overall, very gentle wear commensurate with light age and handling. Presents fantastically wherever you decide to display. See lot images as they are considered part of the condition report.
Dimensions: 2 5/8" H
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