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Description : NORTH AFRICAN CARVED IVORY TUSK NILE SCENE Early 20th C. African ivory tusk that has been carved in relief to display a vivid North African Nile scene. The primitive tribal carving is Egyptian in theme, and features five different almost hieroglyphic animals. The entirety of the tusk is wrapped by a python, from the base a crocodile emerges, and towards the center of the tusk a falcon, fish and some species of four legged mammal are pictured. A palm tree and another plant are also shown at the base. The entire tusk is covered in an age patina as well as several age cracks. The animals are stained in tiny tool marks. Weight: 1.3Kg Size: 31
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About the lot N° 55276 Title : North African Carved Ivory Tusk Nile Scene Size : 31 Condition report : Very good, no issues noted. Manor Auctions, auctioneer, Tallahassee, USIt's free to register now to view! Sale title : Chinese & Asian Arts Auction Sale date : 23 Feb 2014It's free to register now to view! Sale Reference : Live Sale
