Miniature ivory Mahratta soldier, Indian (early 19th century)

Title	Miniature ivory Mahratta soldier
Nationality	Indian
Period	early 19th century

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This little figure (about 2.75cm tall), made of elephant ivory, would have been fixed to a base, viz the two cut-off ivory pegs in his heels, probably as a supporter for a Mahratta dignitary in a palanquin on an elephant, or some such. There is a hole in his hand, where he would have held a spear.

There is an outside chance that it is an early chess piece, perhaps a pawn. It is beautifully carved and, apart from the fact that the base and spear are missing, is in good shape.

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[Ephemera : Sculpture : Indian : 19th Century]

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