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A Very Interesting Carved Horn Object Possibly a Pendant Worn by a Holy Man
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A Very Interesting Carved Horn Object Possibly a Pendant Worn by a Holy Man

19th century
Sold 8 January 2025 · Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
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A very interesting carved horn object possibly a pendant worn by a holy man in the form of a scholar with a very finely carved beard and long exaggerated eyebrows. There is a £10 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request

Physical Dimensions
Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Declaration

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Horn Pendant to the 19th Century.

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Description
A very interesting carved horn object possibly a pendant worn by a holy man in the form of a scholar with a very finely carved beard and long exaggerated eyebrows. There is a £10 charge for postage and packing. International Shipping. A shipping quote is available on request
Height
12.5cm (4.92")
Width
4.5cm (1.77")
Depth
2.5cm (0.98")
Date of Manufacture

Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques has dated this Carved Horn Pendant to the 19th Century.

Reference Numbers
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SA1025069
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2019

Oriental art,fine period ivories bronzes,ceramics unusual silver objects and tribal art.

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Archive I An amber-brown carved horn pendant depicting a traditional bearded figure with distinct facial features. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

A Very Interesting Carved Horn Object Possibly a Pendant Worn by a Holy Man

Archive II An amber-brown carved horn pendant depicting a traditional bearded figure with distinct facial features. View II
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Archive XI An amber-brown carved horn pendant depicting a traditional bearded figure with distinct facial features. View XI
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Gerard Robinson Fine Art and Antiques

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Telephone 07956 448876
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An amber-brown carved horn pendant depicting a traditional bearded figure with distinct facial features.
A very interesting carved horn object possibly a pendant worn by a holy man
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An amber-brown carved horn pendant depicting a traditional bearded figure with distinct facial features.
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  • ObjectSculptures and Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAsian Traditional
  • MaterialHorn
  • ColourAmber Brown
  • MotifsFigural carving, Textured grain, Polished finish
  • SizeH 12.5 cm (5 in) x W 4.5 cm (2 in) x D 2.5 cm (1 in)

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Carved horn items, particularly those crafted from rhinoceros or water buffalo horn, have a long tradition in Asian craftsmanship, often utilised for intricate scholarly objects, libation cups, and personal talismans.

These artefacts are typically fashioned from organic keratinous materials such as bovine horn, water buffalo horn, or historically, rhinoceros horn, shaped through carving, boiling, and polishing.

Authenticity is determined by examining the natural fibrous grain structure, fibrous striations under magnification, signs of age-related patina, and traditional hand-carving tool marks.

Displaying such pieces on a dedicated stand within a study, curiosity cabinet, or on a mantelpiece highlights their sculptural qualities and rich texture.

Horn is sensitive to humidity and temperature fluctuations; it should be kept away from direct sunlight and treated occasionally with mineral oil or microcrystalline wax to prevent drying and cracking.
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