Betel Nut Handle
Bali-Lombok, Indonesia
19th/early 20th century
Buffalo horn, gold, red cabochon stone
H: 3.75 in :: 9.5 cm
Finely carved from buffalo horn this unusual Betel Nut Handle has a beautiful surface patina. The figure wears a hat, and is holding the head of a goat in his hands. A small gold nugget embellishes the figure at the front base above the feet, while a translucent red cabochon stone is placed at the base of the back below its buttocks.
Inventory # 105139
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