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  3. Saving animals part 1

Saving animals part 1

In 1973 the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species (CITES) was set up. This organisation has made it illegal to trade in materials such as ivory and tortoiseshell. This factor amongst others, including costs, has meant that animal based materials in many instances have been totally replaced by their synthetic cousins.

 

Synthetic tortoiseshell

Side view of a tortoiseshell effect powder bowl showing two feet
Front view of a hand mirror showing the shaped mirror.
Front view of a crumb tray showing the curved sides and back.
Top view of an imitation tortoiseshell comb showing the five teeth and the plain head.
Side view of a binder showing the warped material.

Synthetic horn

Side view of a beaker showing mottled material.
Side view of a beaker showing the tapering sides.
Side view of a beaker showing the marbled material.
Front view of a calendar showing the clock face and date.

Synthetic ivory

Side view of a powder bowl showing the flat lid and finial.
Side view of a powder bowl showing the elaborate finial on the top of the lid.
Side view of a ball showing the well used surface.
Front view of a mirror showing the glass.
Top view of an imitation ivory comb showing the four teeth and the intricate design.
Front view of an Ivoride panel showing the moulded stamps.

Saving animals part 2 >

Exhibitions

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