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SAFRANBOLU, TURKEY, 19TH CENTURY
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AN OTTOMAN GILT-COPPER (TOMBAK) CORAL-INSET FILIGREE MIRROR
SAFRANBOLU, TURKEY, 19TH CENTURY
Of cusped form, the centre with a raised gem-set and turquoise-enamelled medallion, the radiating decoration with inset corals interspersed with stylised palmettes on loose foliated filigree ground, the upper part with further raised medallion flanked by inset corals, with spiral handle, the reverse with mirror glass
9 5/8in. (24.5cm.) long
SAFRANBOLU, TURKEY, 19TH CENTURY
Of cusped form, the centre with a raised gem-set and turquoise-enamelled medallion, the radiating decoration with inset corals interspersed with stylised palmettes on loose foliated filigree ground, the upper part with further raised medallion flanked by inset corals, with spiral handle, the reverse with mirror glass
9 5/8in. (24.5cm.) long
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.