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English: Oliphant

1000-1100
Possibly Southern Italy, Amalfi or Salerno
Ivory with metal mounts

An oliphant is an ivory horn. This one is carved with a network of interconnected circles containing birds, antelopes, hares and other, more fantastic creatures. The style of decoration is derived from Islamic art, possibly textiles or ceramics produced in Cairo between the 10th and 12th centuries.

Collection ID: 7953-1862

This photo was taken as part of Britain Loves Wikipedia in February 2010 by art_traveller.

Date Photographed in February 2010
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