Cup in the shape of a magnolia blossom, 18th century

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Cup in the shape of a magnolia blossom, Qing dynasty (1644–1911), 18th century, China, Rhinoceros horn cup, teak stand, H. incl. base 11 in. ( cm); W. 5 3/4 in. ( cm); Diam. 6 5/8 in. ( cm), Horn, The rhinoceros was once widespread in China, but by the Han dynasty (206 – 220) it had become an exotic species whose skin was sought after to make armor and its horns carved into drinking cups

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