FINEST ROYAL MUGHAL ELEPHANT GOAD / ANKUS Iron / Gold Fantastic Quality INDIA

Description: AUTHENTICITY GUARANTEED. REFERENCE:IDENTICAL ITEM WAS SOLD AT SOTHEBY'S, LONDON ON OCTOBER 25, 2017 (sale L17223 Arts of the Islamic World, lot 175). LOT WAS SOLD FOR 12,500 BRITISH POUNDS (it was over $17,000 back in 2017, not included buyers premium). Please see 2nd picture for reference. IMPORTANT ANTIQUE INDIAN MUGHAL PERIOD ELEPHANT GOAD / ANKUS. MAGNIFICENT QUALITY GOLD DECORATED ROYAL CEREMONIAL EXAMPLE. INDIA, CIRCA 1800.MADE OF STEEL (iron) WITH STUNNING BRIGHT GOLD DECORATION.FINEST QUALITY - METICULOUS ATTENTION TO SMALL DETAILS.STEEL HANDLE WITH OPEN WORK.SIX LOOSE ROUND BELLS INSIDE HANDLE. The ankus is a tool for the handling and training of elephants consisting of hook attached to a short handle. The elephant is trained to respond to pressure applied to the sensitive skin behind the ears in much the same manner as horses by spurs. Elephants have been used during religious ceremonies and processions and as mounts for royalty since antiquity. The ankus is therefore found in armouries and temples all across India, often ornately decorated with gold, silver and gemstones, or engraved with passages of sacred text The ankus is one of the eight auspicious objects known as Astamangala in Hinduism, and is associated with certain other religions of the Indian subcontinent. A goad is also an attribute of many Hindu gods, including Ganesha. Superb quality of this angus suggests that it was made for ceremonial use, where elephants played an important role during both royal and religious processions and ceremonies. SIZE: ABOUT 22 1/16 in. (56 cm) LONG. CONDITION: VERY GOOD ORIGINAL ANTIQUE UNCLEANED CONDITION, SHOWS MINOR EXPECTED HANDLING MARKS AND LIGHT HONEST AGE WEAR. GOLD DECORATION IS ABOUT 97-98% INTACT.BROWN PATINA TO INTERNAL ROUND BELLS.ALL 100% ORIGINAL, NO REPAIRS. FINEST POSSIBLE QUALITY, COLLECTORS GRADE, OVER 200 YEARS OLD EXAMPLE. All items are guaranteed as described, funds must clear before shipping. Payment must be made within 3 days after the end of the auction. SHIPPING: We ship all items from UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Shipping worldwide via USPS Express Mail (with on line tracking service). Shipping in USA via UPS or USPS (with online tracking service) - OR CONTACT US. Please Note: Seller accepts no responsibility for shipping errors related to incorrect shipping addresses, custom delays, custom charges… Customers are responsible for any destination charges (customs duty or inspection fees). PAYMENT POLICY: Payment should be made within 3 working days from purchase. RETURN POLICY: Your satisfaction is very important to us. Refund given ONLY if item is not as represented and shipped back within 3 business days from receiving the item. Items must be in their original condition with similar of our packing. We will not reimburse the return shipping. All returned items must be sent by Registered Mail. Although every effort is made to ensure accurate dimensions and weights, the figures shown should always be treated as approximate. The pictures should be considered as part of the item description. We do not take responsibility for any personal or third party losses. If you have any questions please feel free to email us.

Price: 7475 USD

Location: PA

End Time: 2024-12-30T15:39:39.000Z

Shipping Cost: 40 USD