Guampa Chifle, Silver-mounted Horn, South America
Polished bovine horn gourd, or "chifle," made of guampa and silver—a traditional South American vessel for drinking cold mate,
with a silver mouthpiece, neck, band, and stopper engraved and decorated with garland motifs.
Silver marked “Plata Arana”: “Plata” means silver in Spanish. The inscription “Plata Arana” is a South American silversmith’s hallmark (very often associated with silverware from Paraguay or the Río de la Plata region) dating from the late 19th century to the early 20th century
Embassy gift.
Condition: The item appears to be complete and in very good condition, with its original chain and well-defined engravings
Total length 40 cm.
with a silver mouthpiece, neck, band, and stopper engraved and decorated with garland motifs.
Silver marked “Plata Arana”: “Plata” means silver in Spanish. The inscription “Plata Arana” is a South American silversmith’s hallmark (very often associated with silverware from Paraguay or the Río de la Plata region) dating from the late 19th century to the early 20th century
Embassy gift.
Condition: The item appears to be complete and in very good condition, with its original chain and well-defined engravings
Total length 40 cm.
450 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Horn
Reference (ID): 1828384
Availability: In stock
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