Islamic Art

Christie's holds a number of world auction records, including £3,631,500 for an important bronze fountainhead in the form of a Hind, Spain, c. mid-10th century (1997); £3,303,750 for a Mamluk enameled and gilded clear glass jug, Egypt or Syria, second half 13th century (2000); and £1,763,750 for a painting The Building of King Dasaratha's Sacrifice, 1594 AD (2000). In May 2006, Christie's held a very successful inaugural sale in Dubai

Christie's sales cover carpets, ceramics, manuscripts and metalwork from the Islamic realm, which stretches from the Middle East and Southern Spain to China, India and Southeast Asia.

The artistic expression, which incorporates Greco-Roman and Persian influences, is reflected in an intricate web of geometric, floral and foliate patterns. Islamic sales are held in London.

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London, King Street Contacts

London, South Kensington Contacts

  • Alice Bailey

    Tel: +44 (0)20 7752 3233

    abailey@christies.com

  • Tel: +44 (0)20 7752 2776
    Fax: +44 (0)20 7752 3321

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