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Owl hand carved in Tigers Eye

$1,027.82
£750
€875
CA$1,407.85
A$1,565.84
CHF 817.63
MX$19,054.57
NOK 10,442.40
SEK 9,793.13
DKK 6,530.44
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About the Item

A beautifully carved model of an owl entirely carved from the solid in Tigers Eye (which is a chatoyant gemstone that is usually yellow- to red-brown, with a silky luster, a member of the quartz group). The owl which has glass eyes is set upon a naturalistic base. One chip to tail ( clearly visible).
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1920
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2015341819182

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