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A TIMURID CARVED HARDWOOD BEAM
PROBABLY MAZANDERAN, NORTH IRAN, 15TH CENTURY
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A TIMURID CARVED HARDWOOD BEAM
PROBABLY MAZANDERAN, NORTH IRAN, 15TH CENTURY
Originally from the lower inscription band around a cenotaph, the entire surface carved to leave a band of elegant thuluth inscription in relief on a plain ground, simple raised band above and below, occasional traces of paint, slight damages
4½ x 44in. (11.1 x 111.6cm.)
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No VAT will be charged on the hammer price, but VAT at 17.5% will be added to the buyer's premium, which is invoiced on a VAT inclusive basis.
Lot Essay
The inscription contains parts of the call to God to bless Muhammad and the Shi'a Imams. This section includes the third to sixth Imams.