AN OTTOMAN STEEL BACKPLATE
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AN OTTOMAN STEEL BACKPLATE

TURKEY, CIRCA 16TH CENTURY

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AN OTTOMAN STEEL BACKPLATE
TURKEY, CIRCA 16TH CENTURY
Of circular form, the central slightly raised boss surrounded by radiating flutes, arsenal mark of St Irene to one side, together with five associated smaller shaped plates linked by chain mail
Central panel 10¾in. (27.5cm.) diam.
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 15% will be added to the buyer's premium which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis. VAT rate of 15% is payable on hammer price plus buyer's premium.

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Lot Essay

A similar backplate was part of a composite suit of armour sold in these Rooms 7 October 2008, lot 210.

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