Oliphant

Oliphant

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Description
This oliphant was made by an unknown maker, provenance and date unknown. It is made of ivory, elaborately carved, with an ivory mouthpiece.
Location
Currently not on view
Object Name
oliphant
Physical Description
ivory (overall material)
Measurements
overall: 2 3/4 in x 37 1/4 in x 10 1/2 in; 6.985 cm x 94.615 cm x 26.67 cm
ID Number
MI.65.0599
accession number
1991.0406
catalog number
65.0599
Credit Line
Gift of The University Museum, University of Pennsylvania (through Dr. Robert H. Dyson)
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Data Source
National Museum of American History
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