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Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup on Stand
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Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup on Stand

Maker (China)
Owner (Aberdeen, Scotland, 1862 - 1940)
DateQing Dynasty, late 17th - early 18th century
Object NameCup
Mediumrhinoceros horn and wood
ClassificationsApplied Art
DimensionsOverall: Height: 16.5 cm, Width: 13.4 cm, Diameter: 9.5 cm
AcquisitionJames Cromar Watt Bequest, 1941.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS024877
About MeOften called a libation cup these intricately carved vessels were used as part of rituals for offering wine to the gods. Rhinoceros horn was widely used as it was thought it could protect against poison, and bestow long life.
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Large Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup on Stand
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Small Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup on Stand
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James Cromar Watt
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Rhinoceros Horn Libation Cup
James Cromar Watt
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James Cromar Watt
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