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Owl hand carved in Tigers Eye
$1,029.71
£750
€881.57
CA$1,427.73
A$1,535.41
CHF 820.99
MX$18,516.60
NOK 10,381.93
SEK 9,459.28
DKK 6,587.31
About the Item
A beautifully carved model of an owl entirely carved from the solid in Tigers Eye (which is a chatoyant gemstone that is usually yellow- to red-brown, with a silky luster, a member of the quartz group). The owl which has glass eyes is set upon a naturalistic base. One chip to tail ( clearly visible).
- Dimensions:Height: 2.75 in (6.99 cm)Width: 3 in (7.62 cm)Depth: 2.5 in (6.35 cm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1920
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:London, GB
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2015341819182
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