Lot Essay
Similar fittings were excavated at Nishapur (Allan, J.W.: Nishapur, Metalwork of the Early Islamic Period, New York, 1982, nos.12-13).
POSSIBLY NISHAPUR, NORTH-EAST PERSIA, 10TH-12TH CENTURY
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GILT BRONZE BELT FITTING
POSSIBLY NISHAPUR, NORTH-EAST PERSIA, 10TH-12TH CENTURY
The rectangular fitting with the form of a crouching lion in relief, suspension loop below, gilding rubbed
¾in. (1.9cm.) across
POSSIBLY NISHAPUR, NORTH-EAST PERSIA, 10TH-12TH CENTURY
The rectangular fitting with the form of a crouching lion in relief, suspension loop below, gilding rubbed
¾in. (1.9cm.) across