17th Century Rhinoceros Horn Libation17th Century Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup Chinese a libation cup of rhinoceros horn atop carved and reticulated flowering stand. ?Relief carving along sides chilong handle and squared away pouring spout; rim of cup 7.25 in. overall ht. of cup 4.25 in. and ht. with stand 8 in.Weight of cup: 297.1 g; 10.48 oz; 9.55 ozt; 0.65 lbs. Condition: A break in the cup near the handle replaced with wood an early restoration. ?Other cracks and restorations along handle. ?Wear appropriate with age and some restoration revealed under blacklight likely painting - minor and scattered throughout.
A Carved Bamboo Libation Cup inA Carved Bamboo Libation Cup in the form of a rhinoceros horn libation cup with raised carving throughout of a flowering branch carved in high relief over the rim and running to the interior. Height 3 3/4 inches.
A Carved Horn Ornament Carved inA Carved Horn Ornament Carved in the form of a libation vase with hydras crawling on the sides in high relief possibly Rhinoceros. Unmarked. 3-1/2"H x 3"W x 1/2"W
Large Reticulated Rhinoceros HornLarge Reticulated Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup Chinese, 19th century, honey color darkening to burnt umber, intricately carved with The Eight Immortals standing on rocky ledges and surrounded by a variety of trees including magnolia and peach, a conifer tree rooted at the rim among clouds and growing downwards, a dragon and a tiger glaring at each other in the upper tier, verso with two goats, the horn seated in an openwork wood base with original black finish, peach trees, conifers and lingzhi fungus growing among tiered rocky ledges with three deer, Shoulao and his attendant on the lower tier, all symbols of longevity, 29-1/2 in., horn 18-3/4 in.,
CHINESE CARVED RHINOCEROS HORNCHINESE CARVED RHINOCEROS HORN ARCHAIC BRONZE-FORM LIBATION CUP 17TH-18TH CENTURYChinese Carved Rhinoceros Horn Archaic Bronze-Form Libation Cup, 17th-18th Century Carved in relief and openwork with six chilongs crawling around the body and forming the handle; with mellow brown patina; together with a hardwood stand. Some chips and minor losses to rim. Height: 4 in (10.2 cm); Length: 6-5/8 in (16.8 cm)Property from the Colonel and Mrs. Arthur W.S. Herrington Trust
Early Carved Rhinoceros Horn LibationEarly Carved Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup Carved herons birds flowers etc.Condition: Roughness & insect damage to top edge.Dimensions: Ht. 3 1/2'' W 6 1/2'' D 3 3/4''Provenance: From a Private Rochester NY Family.E
A Well Carved and Inscribed RhinocerosA Well Carved and Inscribed Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup the cup carved in high relief with figural scenes including a man over a cauldron a figure cooking and a reclining old man with an attending carrying a tray with tea seated next to a flowing stream under pine trees the side of the cup carved with a cliff having a poetic inscription carved in relief the handle in the form of a pine tree wrapping over the lip of the cup. Please note that the handle of the cup has been broken and repaired with some losses to the horn material. *This is a premium lot and bidders must register separately to bid on this lot. Clients who plan to bid on premium lots or who plan to purchase in excess of $100 000 are required to notify Leslie Hindman Auctioneers at least three business days prior to the sale. Financial references guarantees deposits or other security may be required at the discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers. To pre-register for a premium lot please contact bid@lesliehindman.com. Premium lots will not be offered through Live Auctioneers or LH Live online bidding platforms. Width over handle 5 1/8 x height 5 1/2 inches.
Large and impressive Chinese carvedLarge and impressive Chinese carved Rhinoceros horn libation cup on stand 19th century Good golden brown hue, well carved full tip tusk to show a deep recessed cup framed by ruyi cloud and open-work pine trees, open work body showing various figures, animals of the zodiac, peach and bamboo sprigs, over an ebonized carved stand. Tusk L: 23 W: 8 in, Total H: 25 in. PROVENANCE: Property from the Estate of Dr. and Mrs. Naide, Philadelphia, Pa
Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup Chinese,Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup Chinese, Qing Dynasty or earlier, dark amber-colored bottom section of horn, handle carved as a conifer with branches spreading over a river, people and buildings on either bank, flat base with carved four-character mark, 6-1/2 in.,
Fine Chinese rhinoceros horn libationFine Chinese rhinoceros horn libation cup 17/18th century Of leaf form, carved to show veins to the interior, framed by well-worked fruit blossoming branches issuing from twin reticulated branch form handles continuing to base, chilong emerging to lip rim, later wood stand. H: 3 1/4 L: 7 in PROVENANCE: Christie's , 17th Sep 2008, New York Acquired in New York 1941 ,000-60,000 drill test mark to edge, minor surface wear, poss recently polished, minor wear to edges, overall fine
Chinese carved rhinoceros hornChinese carved rhinoceros horn libation cup 19th century dark amber-brown carved and polished cup with handle decorated with mythical creatures amongst berries and vines. H5'' W6 3/4'' D6'' Provenance: Charlotte North Carolina private collection inherited from grandfather Paul F. Smith (1908-1985). Good original condition.
Chinese Rhinoceros Horn LibationChinese Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cupmaker's mark on the bottom the sides depicting two ducks among water lilies in high relief.4 in.
A fine Chinese rhinoceros hornA fine Chinese rhinoceros horn archaistic libation cup 17th/18th century 'Shang Ming' seal mark with bifurcated mythical beast handle carved in relief with 'taotie' masks on a 'leiwen' ground columns of fretted squares and a band of scrolls seal mark beneath the exterior of toffee hue the interior and foot of deep caramel colour PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT LIVE INTERNET BIDS FOR LOT 452; THE RHINOCEROS HORN LIBATION CUP. WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT WRITTEN OR TELEPHONE BIDDING ON THIS LOT FROM MAINLAND CHINA... PLEASE REGISTER AT THE OFFICE TO BID ON THIS LOT. ANY BIDDERS UNKNOWN TO US WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY A DEPOSIT BY BANK TRANSFER TO ENABLE BIDDING ON THIS LOT. length 5.5ins. width 3.75ins. height 2.75ins. weight 257g. Estimate ?40 000-60 000 Several rhinoceros horn cups with the seal mark Shang Ming are known. See one published in Thomas Fok Connoisseurship of Rhinoceros Horn Carving in China Hong Kong 1999 pl. 18; a libation cup depicting the 'Hundred Boys' motif illustrated ibid. pl. 155; and a small lotus-form libation cup sold at Christie's New York 19th March 2008 lot 324. Also compare a large archaistic 'guang' vessel sold by Sotheby's Hong Kong 'Rinoceros Horn Carvings form the Edward T. Chow Collection' 8th April 2011 lot 2705 which has a similar band of 'taotie' on a 'leiwen' ground and columns of raised fretted squares. Please note any faults to the libation cup are old and have good patina. There is a small hole and crack beneath the mythical beast head. There is a fine craqelure to the interior base of the cup and minor wear to the band of scrolls. One claw of the beast has a 2mm section re-stuck. The exterior of the rim has numerous small nicks and a few old small cracks. On the right tip of the spout when held upside down there is a 10mm crack with some flaking to the surface. Below the spoiut between the 'ruiy' scrolls and fretted square are 3 tiny holes two with some flaking around them. There are losses and chips to the foot rim again old and some fine cracks. PLEASE NOTE THAT WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT LIVE INTERNET BIDS FOR LOT 452; THE RHINOCEROS HORN LIBATION CUP. WE ARE UNABLE TO ACCEPT WRITTEN OR TELEPHONE BIDDING ON THIS LOT FROM MAINLAND CHINA... PLEASE REGISTER AT THE OFFICE TO BID ON THIS LOT. ANY BIDDERS UNKNOWN TO US WILL BE REQUIRED TO PAY A DEPOSIT BY BANK TRANSFER TO ENABLE BIDDING ON THIS LOT. Descriptions provided in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in perfect condition or completely free from wear and tear imperfections or the effects of aging. Interested bidders are strongly encouraged to request a condition report on any lots upon which they intend to bid prior to placing a bid. All transactions are governed by Gorringes Conditions of Sale.Sold for ?74 000
Fine Chinese rhinoceros horn libationFine Chinese rhinoceros horn libation cup 18th century Of lotus leaf form, incised veins to well hollowed interior, naturalistic 'leaf' edge, outer wall very well carved in medium and high relief to show lotus buds, leaves and vein, good detail to underside, raised on an open-work tendril oval base, good coffee hue. H: 2 3/4 L: 5 in. PROVENANCE: Private Collection, Pittsburgh Previously of the Jizhen Zhai Collection, University Museum Exhibition Illustrated: Treasures of the Chinese Scholar, Fang Jing Pei, page 109. ,000-20,000 Root-form base professionally repaired and repainted; good patina throughout
Chinese Rhinoceros Horn ChilongChinese Rhinoceros Horn Chilong Libation Cup18th century or earlier; the body finely carved with archaic designs with three Chilongs clamoring over the sides and emanating from the handle on small stepped foot.3 x 4.5 x 3 in.Some damage to one side of spout.
Chinese rhinoceros horn libationChinese rhinoceros horn libation cup song dynasty Of full tip shape, the tip of a dark brown to black hue leading to a light and golden brown to the mouth. H: 3 1/4 in. L: 3 1/4 in. ,000-20,000 Needs polishing, very minor age cracking to rim, extremely minor fret to rim, overall in good condition.
Chinese Horn Libation Cup withChinese Horn Libation Cup with AnimalsNicely carved and polished horn libation cup having carved tiger handle a band of plantains surrounds rim decoration Greek Key decoration on rim and footed base and overall scroll decoration .5.5'' H x 3.5'' L x 3.75'' W.
A Rare Chinese Rhinoceros HornA Rare Chinese Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup 17th/18th century with carving in high relief on the exterior of three figures of boys riding atop pedestals of clouds and holding a hand scroll a floral branch and a branch laden with fruit respectively the reserve carved in a motif of flower petals with scrolled design the lower register carved with a water motif and having the curled stem of the flower on the underside surrounded by thin blades of grass with one blade leading up towards the rim carved in high relief the interior of the cup carved as leaves raised atop a fitted pierce carved hardwood stand carved with pine needles and lingzhi fungus. *This is a premium lot and bidders must register separately to bid on this lot. Clients who plan to bid on premium lots or who plan to purchase in excess of $100 000 are required to notify Leslie Hindman Auctioneers at least three business days prior to the sale. Financial references guarantees deposits or other security may be required at the discretion of Leslie Hindman Auctioneers. To pre-register for a premium lot please contact bid@lesliehindman.com. Premium lots will not be offered through Live Auctioneers or LH Live online bidding platforms. Height 4 1/4 x width 6 5/8 inches.
A CARVED 'HORN' LIBATION CUP depictingA CARVED 'HORN' LIBATION CUP depicting figures cascading down a river, 19cm high, together with a carved horn depicting peacocks perched within a tree, with glass eyes, 41cm high
Chinese horn libation cup OfChinese horn libation cup Of typical libation cup form, carved to show an elephant mask to handle and scrolling waves to body, Greek-key to rim and raised oval foot. H: 3 1/2 in.
Chinese late Ming-early Qing carvedChinese late Ming-early Qing carved rhinoceros(This lot can NOT be shipped internationally domestic buyers only) horn libation cup finely carved to depict Wu Lun Tu the symbols for ''five relationships'': Ruler to Ruled Father to Son Husband to Wife Elder brother to Younger brother and friend to friend; as well as phoenix cranes Mandarin ducks white throat and white wagtail. The cup is raised on the original carved rosewood stand. 164.4 grams. With stand: 5.75''H; Cup: 2.75''H x 5.5''W x 3.25''D Circa - 17th C.
A Very Fine Carved Horn Snuff BottleA Very Fine Carved Horn Snuff Bottle Carved rhinoceros horn of rounded oblong form on a small foot, well carved with nice depth. Depicting dragons on both sides. Short neck and carved stopper. Signed on both sides and marked with seal on the bottom. Measures approx. 2-5/8"T.
A Chinese Carved Horn LibationA Chinese Carved Horn Libation Cup Carved horn libation cup of golden honey color carved on exterior in high relief with crouching hydra taotie masks and leaf borders in low relief; hydra shape handle.
Important Chinese late Ming-earlyImportant Chinese late Ming-early Qing Rhinoceros(This item may only be sold within the state of Texas. Buyer must present valid Texas Driver's license upon delivery) horn libation cup finely carved to depict chi-dragons clouds and the face of the beast. 253.1 grams. 2.875''H x 6.375''W x 3.875''D Circa - Pre - 18th C.
A Horn Carved Libation Cup havingA Horn Carved Libation Cup having a key-fret band to the mouth rim with a bird carved to the front with scrolling elements and lingzhi fungi carved throughout tapering to a conforming foot. Height 3 1/2 inches.
A Carved and Polished Horn LibationA Carved and Polished Horn Libation Cup In the form of a large lotus bloom surrounded by smaller blooms and stems signed on the underside. Rich brown color with some translucence. Unsigned.
Two Carved Horn Objects Containing:Two Carved Horn Objects Containing: a small carved horn libation cup in the archaic form raised on a small foot with crouching hydras in low relief 2"H x 2-1/2"L x 1-1/2"W; and an oval carved horn plaque depicting a Buddha in a lotus pose 2-7/8"L x 2"W x 1/2"D.
Large full-tip rhinoceros hornLarge full-tip rhinoceros horn late 19th century Tapering tip stepped issuing from a wide base, natural uncarved state, dark coffee and blonde tones. H: 9 3/4 L: 7 in
A finely carved Chinese horn hairA finely carved Chinese horn hair ornament possibly rhino horn approx. 17 cm long.
(10) Chinese Qing blanc de chine(10) Chinese Qing blanc de chine libation cups shaped like rhinoceros horn cups. Largest: 3.5''H x 5.75''W Circa - 1644-1911.
(7) Chinese blanc de Chine rhino(7) Chinese blanc de Chine rhino horn shapedporcelain libation cups. Largest: 3.5''H x 6.5''W Circa - 18th - 20th C.
TWO DEHUA LIBATION CUPS 19TH –TWO DEHUA LIBATION CUPS 19TH – 20TH CENTURY (2) 19th – 20th century Each modeled in the form of a rhinoceros horn cup, the walls tapering from an oval foliate mouth to a narrow foot and variously molded with pines, prunus, crane, deer, and dragons. 2 1/2in (6.35cm); 2 3/4in (7cm) high (2).
SILVER-MOUNTED HORN SNUFF BOX POSSIBLYSILVER-MOUNTED HORN SNUFF BOX POSSIBLY RHINOCEROS 2 1/8 x 3 1/4 in. Provenance: Property from a New England collector.
Chinese Carved Rhinocerous HornChinese Carved Rhinocerous Horn Cup & StandCarved and polished rhinocerous horn cup with gently flaring lip and footed base together with carved rosewood stand finely carved to depict lotus plant 3.125'' H x 2.75'' Diameter.
A Chinese Carved Horn LibationA Chinese Carved Horn Libation VesselFinely carved to depict cranes against lotus blossoms 4.25'' X 6.25''L. Circa 20th century. Private collection Charlotte MI.
PRE-BAN BLACK RHINOCEROS HORN SETPRE-BAN BLACK RHINOCEROS HORN SET (diceros bicornis) the 2-horn set attached to an oak wall plaque. Horn lengths: 9 and 16.5 inches. Provenance: From the Estate of Mr. & Mrs. Edwin Hadley of Highland Park Illinois; from their 1963 African safari. Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries and states prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species including but not limited to rhinoceros horn. Accordingly prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another state or country.