Ivory carving is the process of molding the sculptures. Ivory is a hard stone-like tissue made from animal tusks. Ivory carving can be done in other various items such as jewelry, and adorning figures. Most of the time elephant tusk is utilized for carving ivory even though other tusks of different animals such as walrus and different mammals can be used. From the late times, ivory is recognized as a luxury because of its smooth texture, grains, light and beautiful color, and luring luster.
The process of carving ivory has been practiced for a long time now and it is carved in various cultures. One of the most popular places where ivory sculpture exists is in China. China has often been recognized for its skilfully carved ivory sculptures. The procedures of creating ivory sculptures have changed as time passed by. Sculptures are those humans or other figures which are mostly made from stones, metals, and ivory. The creation of ivory sculpture helped a lot in trading between many countries. The process of creating ivory sculpture was active in many places during ancient times. Mostly in China, Egypt, and some more. Ivory sculptures were and still are used for various purposes. During ancient times, they were used for different rituals and ceremonies. Meanwhile, during modern times, they are mostly used for adornment and gifting purposes.
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