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LOT 1979

Indian Carved Jade Ibex-Headed Walking Stick Handle

LATE 20TH-21ST CENTURY A.D.

6 1/8 in. (243 grams, 15.5 cm).

Carved in the round with addorsed ibex heads, each with integral bridle, lotus flower at the junction above a floral collar and tubular stem.

Provenance

Private collection, UK.

CONDITION

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LOT 1979

Indian Carved Jade Ibex-Headed Walking Stick Handle

Sold for (Inc. bp): £416

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