Rare Antique Ottoman Horn and Bone Sherbert Spoon rests Exterior in beautiful condition with

Exterior in beautiful condition with natural Paris

Due to true artisanal nature of production and natural materials color and size variations will occur

Also known as a Cofanetto or Presentation box

Dimensions 3" H

Intricately carved and detailed

Rare Antique Ottoman Horn and Bone Sherbert Spoon rests Exterior in beautiful condition withHorn bowl and bone handle with hand carved acorn finial. These spoons were used to serve dessert and sweet foods, typically fruit sherbert, in the homes of nobility and wealthy merchants of Istanbul and the Ottoman Empire in the late 18th and 19th Centuries. Istanbul, Mid to Late 19th Century. Excellent vintage condition. Object 10 x 2. 5 (bowl) inches. Each sold individually. All other items shown for styling purposes only and sold separately.