Medals & Coins, Arms & Militaria - 21st November 2018

Lot 189

λ A Burmese carved ivory hilt

Estimate £100 - £150 | Hammer £30

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Description

λ A Burmese carved ivory hilt, for a dha hmyaung (dagger), the upper part with intricate openwork carving representing a demon with boar-like tusks entangled in a scrolling and flowering plant which he is attempting to devour, late 19th Century, length 125 mm (5 in.).