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What does a drinking horn symbolize?

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What does a drinking horn symbolize?
What a drinking horn represents is largely a matter of personal interpretation. In Greek mythology, the drinking horn is a symbol of the God Dionysus. Others associate the vessels with the Vikings or believe it to represent wealth and abundance. Shop a collection of drinking horns on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertApril 5, 2022
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Antique 19th century carved drinking horn
Located in Wien, AT
Antique carved drinking horn, from the 19th century, with engraved snake and eagle, good original condition
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Antique Early 1900s Animal Sculptures

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Horn

Antique Gun Powder & Drinking Horn's w. Wood & Bronze accents
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A group of 3 decorative hunting horns. Two gun-powder horns with wooden accents and one drinking horn with chain and bronze accents.
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Antique Late 19th Century Victorian Arms, Armor and Weapons

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Horn

Pair of Arts & Crafts Drinking Horns, Late 19th Century
Located in Staffordshire, GB
Pair of Arts & Crafts drinking horns, late 19th century. Decorative horns with riveted copper bands and tips.
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Antique Late 19th Century English More Folk Art

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Horn

Old Viking Drinking Horn on Sculptural Copper Stand
Located in Esbjerg, DK
A so called viking drinking horn inspired by Nordic Mythology. It can be utilized as a vase or an unusual sculptural element.
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Early 20th Century Scandinavian Medieval Abstract Sculptures

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Copper

Pair of Mounted Drinking Horns Drinking Glass on Stand Early 20th Century Silver
Located in Wembley, GB
Pair of Early 20th-Century Nickel-Silver-Mounted Drinking Horns on Stands An exceptional and highly decorative pair of early 20th-century nickel silver mounted drinking horns, raised...
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Antique 1890s Georgian Hollywood Regency Sterling Silver

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Gold Plate, Silver Leaf, Brass, Sterling Silver, Silver Plate, Silver

19th Century French Mounted Drinking Horn with Engraved Brass and Tassels
Located in Dallas, TX
Add a touch of historic character to a study or cabinet with this striking French drinking horn, crafted circa 1850. Formed from a natural cow horn, the curved body is mounted with e...
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Antique Mid-19th Century French Mounted Objects

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Copper

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