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18th Century Ox Bone Carved Riding Hunting Cups Classical Figures Green Man

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A Rare Pair Of Antique Early 18th Century Folk Art Carved Hunting Cups. Carved From Ox Bone decorated with a sgraffito scratched design with ink forced into the marks, very much in the scrimshaw style The imagery showing classical figures among them narcissus, green man, a winged female along with a chariot/warrior. The cups also retain there original iron hanging hoops for attaching to a belt while riding. Very much in original untouched condition, with one execption a replacement base but its been done particularly well. Age related discolouration commensurate with age and use. Measures 14cm x 8cm & 11.5cm x 8.5cm
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 5.52 in (14 cm)Diameter: 3.15 in (8 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Natural Fiber,Hand-Carved
  • Place of Origin:
    Europe
  • Period:
    18th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    18th century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Lowestoft, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU4612142183472

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