Description:

A collection of 42 flat bone plaques, each intricately etched on one side with rosettes, palmettes, and other stylized motifs, as well as two figures depicted in profile. Such carvings were likely used as inlays for wooden furniture, boxes, or other decorative objects. The white bone and ivory elements would have formed a striking mosaic, beautifully contrasting against the dark wood surfaces they adorned. Size of figural plaque: 1.75" L x 0.75" W (4.4 cm x 1.9 cm)

Provenance: ex-Royal Athena Galleries, New York City, New York, USA; ex-Piasa Auction, Paris, France, 2005

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#190851

  • Condition: Several are repaired with visible break lines and adhesive residue. Chips and nicks throughout. Nice patina.

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