Lot Essay
Prince Dondukov-Korsakov (1820-1893) had a prominent role as a Russian officer during the Crimean War (1853-56) and the Russo-Turkish War (1877-78). He was Governor of Caucasus between 1882 and 1890.
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IRAN, 19TH CENTURY
Details
A QAJAR GOLD-DAMASCENED STEEL SET OF ARMOUR
IRAN, 19TH CENTURY
Comprising a helmet, a large shield and an arm guard (bazuband), the helmet cast as a monster's face with two applied horns and sliding nose guard, the shield with four applied bosses, the finely carved decoration with battle scenes and calligraphic medallions overall, the shield with name of Shah Sulayman in the centre
Shield 21in. (53.3cm.) diam. (3)
IRAN, 19TH CENTURY
Comprising a helmet, a large shield and an arm guard (bazuband), the helmet cast as a monster's face with two applied horns and sliding nose guard, the shield with four applied bosses, the finely carved decoration with battle scenes and calligraphic medallions overall, the shield with name of Shah Sulayman in the centre
Shield 21in. (53.3cm.) diam. (3)
Provenance
Palace of Prince Dondukov-Korsakof, Russian Governor of Caucasus, Tiflis
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