Bidspirit auction | Antelope horn, Italy or Germany,

Antelope horn, Italy or Germany, early 17th - late 18th century - Height x diameter with base: 69.5 x 10.5 cm. Horn height: 51 cm. Weight: 580 g mounted as an ornamental element on a circular base in gilded metal. The base feature a refined leaf motif decoration on the upper part, which is also repeated around the base of the horn, almost framing the natural element with a decorative apparatus that harmoniously integrates it into the whole. The overall effect is that of a collector's item or Wunderkammer, in which nature is ennobled through artistic intervention and precious mounting. This lot, accompanied by an expertise issued by Ce.S.Ar Centro studi archeometici, is only available for sale with shipments within the European Union. (expertise Ce.S.Ar. 2025-259) Provenance: Count Luigi Rigi Luperti collection.