HUGE European Ivory Figure Carving of St. George, Austrian ca. 1880

Antiques : Decorative Arts

 

This is a very rare and large European ivory figure of St. George. It was carved in Austria from a solid piece of ivory ca. 1880. It depicts the saint on his majestic horse, attacking a dragon with a spear. Look at the details in his face, the armor, the horse, the dragon... It is all very detailed, and a quality piece. The ivory has picked up a wonderful, creamy color. It sits on its solid wood base. Certain to be a star piece in a collection or the feature item in a vitrine.

Condition: Excellent.

Measurements: Total 10 3/4 in. high x 7 in. wide x 4 in. deep. Ivory alone is 8 1/4 in. high x 5 in. wide.

Item ID: D-20