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Indian Horn Statue Mongoose Fighting Cobra ,C1890
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Indian Horn Statue Mongoose Fighting Cobra ,C1890

19th century
Sold 3 March 2025 · Curious Antiques
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Antique 19th century Indian carved horn statue mounted on a wooden base, c1890. Most probably a desk piece it depicts a Mongoose fighting with a Cobra and there is lovely detail, for instance where the snake is coiled around the Mongoose. The teeth and other features are picked out in Ox bone. The colour/patina to the horn and wood is lovely and shows its age. Overall condition is good with only minor surface wear. There are holes drilled into the underside of the wood base presumably where it was mounted onto something at some point in its life? Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me with an y questions or if you would like to view the item.

Size: 21cm long x 10cm wide x10cm tall. I will happily ship worldwide.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Carved Horn Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA788028
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Curious Antiques specialises in sourcing fine, rare and unusual antiques and curiosities. We are passionate about customer satisfaction and will do all we can to ensure you are happy and in the unlikely event you are not offer a no questions asked returns policy. We accept payment via paypal, bank transfer, cheque and cash.

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Antique 19th century Indian carved horn statue mounted on a wooden base, c1890.
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Most probably a desk piece it depicts a Mongoose fighting with a Cobra and there is lovely detail, for instance where the snake is coiled around the Mongoose.
Curious Antiques

The teeth and other features are picked out in Ox bone. The colour/patina to the horn and wood is lovely and shows its age. Overall condition is good with only minor surface wear. There are holes drilled into the underside of the wood base presumably where it was mounted onto something at some point in its life? Please refer to the detailed photographs and feel free to contact me with an y questions or if you would like to view the item.

Size: 21cm long x 10cm wide x10cm tall. I will happily ship worldwide.

Date of Manufacture

Curious Antiques has dated this Carved Horn Sculpture to the 19th Century.

Height
21cm (8.27")
Width
10cm (3.94")
Depth
10cm (3.94")
Reference Numbers
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SA788028
Curious Antiques
Sellingantiques verified Since Jun 2015
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Archive I A carved dark horn sculpture depicting a mongoose fighting a cobra, mounted on a rectangular wooden base. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Indian Horn Statue Mongoose Fighting Cobra ,C1890

Archive II A carved dark horn sculpture depicting a mongoose fighting a cobra, mounted on a rectangular wooden base. View II
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A carved dark horn sculpture depicting a mongoose fighting a cobra, mounted on a rectangular wooden base.
Indian Horn Statue Mongoose Fighting Cobra ,c1890
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A carved dark horn sculpture depicting a mongoose fighting a cobra, mounted on a rectangular wooden base.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectSculptures & Carvings
  • Period19th century
  • StyleAnglo-Indian
  • MaterialHorn, Wood
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsAnimal combat, Detailed incising, Mounted on plinth
  • SizeH 21 cm (8 in) x W 10 cm (4 in) x D 10 cm (4 in)

FAQs

Anglo-Indian horn carvings from this period typically feature detailed representations of native fauna, utilising the natural grain and dark tones of water buffalo horn, often mounted on wooden bases.

These decorative objects were predominantly crafted from polished animal horn, specifically water buffalo, frequently combined with wooden plinths and occasionally bone or ivory inlay for detailing.

Authentic pieces exhibit natural fibrous grain under magnification, hand-carved tool marks, shrinkage cracks consistent with age, and a warm patina developed through handling.

Display the sculpture as a focal point on a bookshelf, mantelpiece, or desk where its organic texture and dark silhouette can contrast cleanly with minimalist surroundings.

Keep horn artifacts away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and extreme temperature fluctuations to prevent warping or cracking, dusting gently with a dry, soft cloth.
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