A BIDRI SILVER-INLAID QUR'AN STAND Possibly Deccan
A BIDRI SILVER-INLAID QUR'AN STAND Possibly Deccan, Central India, late 19th century Of typical folding X-shape, the two upper ends polylobed and inlaid with a calligraphic composition on a busy floral ground with rosettes and stylised lotus flowers, the lower legs arched and polylobed, the inlay repeating the same floral tendril pattern of the above stands, little spirals motif at the end of the horizontal band holding the stand open, 29.5cm x 14.5cm when folded. Inscription: Nasr min Allah fateh qarib (With the help of God, the victory is near).
Notes: Islamic & Indian Art
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A BIDRI SILVER-INLAID QUR'AN STAND Possibly Deccan, Central India, late 19th century Of typical folding X-shape, the two upper ends polylobed and inlaid with a calligraphic composition on a busy floral ground with rosettes and stylised lotus flowers, the lower legs arched and polylobed, the inlay repeating the same floral tendril pattern of the above stands, little spirals motif at the end of the horizontal band holding the stand open, 29.5cm x 14.5cm when folded. Inscription: Nasr min Allah fateh qarib (With the help of God, the victory is near).
Notes: Islamic & Indian Art
