South America, circa 1800 | Zoomorphic Mate Cup Holder

South America
circa 1800
Zoomorphic Mate Cup Holder

carved wood, silver-metal mounted
11cm. high, 16cm. wide, 8cm. deep; 4.3in., 6.2in., 3.1in.

Condition Report:
Very charming. Possibly originally with a lid. Loose silver mount. Variation to patina and losses to this ebonised surface.

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