A pair of decorative Chinese water buffalo horns, hand-crafted in China around the 1950s. Each horn has been intricately hand-etched with a highly detailed dragon meandering across its surface. The etching reveals the lighter, bare tone beneath the dark grey exterior of the horns, creating a striking visual contrast that enhances the dragon’s dynamic appearance and offers a beautiful composition of color and texture.
In Chinese culture, water buffalo horns symbolize resilience and hard work. The combination of the dragon and horn deepens this symbolism, merging the qualities of endurance with power and guardianship.
Each horn is displayed on a huanghuali wood plinth, specifically crafted and shaped to fit the individual horn. The precious huanghuali wood provides stability to the splaying horns, anchoring them in place, while its deep hue complements the grey and lighter tones of the horns.
Both horns are in good condition for their age and use, with some minor markings and surface scratches.
In Chinese culture, water buffalo horns symbolize resilience and hard work. The combination of the dragon and horn deepens this symbolism, merging the qualities of endurance with power and guardianship.
Each horn is displayed on a huanghuali wood plinth, specifically crafted and shaped to fit the individual horn. The precious huanghuali wood provides stability to the splaying horns, anchoring them in place, while its deep hue complements the grey and lighter tones of the horns.
Both horns are in good condition for their age and use, with some minor markings and surface scratches.
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Dimensions:Height: 13.78 in (35 cm)Width: 7.88 in (20 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
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Style:Chinoiserie(In the Style Of)
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Materials and Techniques:BoneHand-CarvedHand-CraftedPolished
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Place of Origin:China
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Period:Mid-20th Century
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Date of Manufacture:1950-1959
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Condition:GoodWear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
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Seller Location:Glasgow, GB
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Reference Number:Seller: LU6391241053642
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