Lot Essay
A comparable example is published in Die Turken vor Wien, Europa und die Entscheidung and der Donau 1683, Vienna, 1983, p.206-7, Nr.23.
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TURKEY, 18TH CENTURY OR EARLIER
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AN OTTOMAN LEATHER POWDER FLASK
TURKEY, 18TH CENTURY OR EARLIER
With circular section, of curving form, the pressed decoration with a large tulip on one side, the reverse with long grooves, the copper-alloy spring mechanism engraved with a floral spray, with an ivory stopper and finial, with a leather suspension loop and buckle now broken, otherwise in good condition
5¼in. (13.3cm.) high
TURKEY, 18TH CENTURY OR EARLIER
With circular section, of curving form, the pressed decoration with a large tulip on one side, the reverse with long grooves, the copper-alloy spring mechanism engraved with a floral spray, with an ivory stopper and finial, with a leather suspension loop and buckle now broken, otherwise in good condition
5¼in. (13.3cm.) 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.
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