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Very Unusual Large Nut Shell with Tribal Elephant Carving

$975.71
$1,219.6320% Off
£716
£89520% Off
€836.47
€1,045.5920% Off
CA$1,340.16
CA$1,675.2020% Off
A$1,498.46
A$1,873.0820% Off
CHF 786.01
CHF 982.5120% Off
MX$18,149.96
MX$22,687.4620% Off
NOK 9,921.77
NOK 12,402.2220% Off
SEK 9,373.68
SEK 11,717.1020% Off
DKK 6,243.44
DKK 7,804.2920% Off

About the Item

A rare and unusually large nut shell, skillfully etched with elephant figures and objects. Despite extensive research, we have limited information on the origin and age of this piece. The etched detail suggests African origin. The Lodoicea is known to be the largest nut on the planet but is usually in a shape of a double nut, this may be a Lodoicea nut that formed unusually or fell before fully forming. A decorative piece of historic interest, wonderful colour and shape. Size =H 36cm x W 30cm / H 14? x W 12?.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 14 in (35.56 cm)Diameter: 12 in (30.48 cm)
  • Style:
    Tribal (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Unknown
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Llanbrynmair, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: GD11021stDibs: LU6462230828922

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