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WESTERN INDIA, 17TH/18TH CENTURY
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A MUGHAL IVORY-INLAID QUR’AN STAND
WESTERN INDIA, 17TH/18TH CENTURY
Of typical folding shape, the inlaid decoration with large floral sprays surrounded by anthropomorphic and avian motifs, the inside with palmettes within a lattice, the feet cut out as hanging palmettes with further similar motifs, a register of medallions and stylised floral patterns above
21 ½in. (54.5cm.) high
WESTERN INDIA, 17TH/18TH CENTURY
Of typical folding shape, the inlaid decoration with large floral sprays surrounded by anthropomorphic and avian motifs, the inside with palmettes within a lattice, the feet cut out as hanging palmettes with further similar motifs, a register of medallions and stylised floral patterns above
21 ½in. (54.5cm.) high
Special notice
Prospective purchasers are advised that several countries prohibit the importation of property containing materials from endangered species, including but not limited to coral, ivory and tortoiseshell. Accordingly, prospective purchasers should familiarize themselves with relevant customs regulations prior to bidding if they intend to import this lot into another country.