Oliphant (Hunting Horn)

The Metropolitan Museum of Art

The Oliphant (Hunting Horn) by an unknown artist is a curved, elongated object resembling an animal horn. The object has a pointed end on the left. The surface features various designs and patterns. There are metal bands around the object, each featuring intricate designs. The bands are positioned at intervals along the length. A thin cord or string is attached to the top. The background is gray.