A Group of Six Islamic Reddish Orange Agate 'Calligraphic Script' Intaglio Seal Plaques, 57CB
This finely worked group of six oval plaques is crafted from warm reddish orange agate, each bearing detailed Islamic calligraphic script rendered in intaglio within shaped decorative cartouches. The flowing calligraphic script carries sacred religious meaning within Islamic tradition, conveying devotional verse and spiritual blessing. The agate displays natural mottled colour variation across the group, ranging from bright amber orange to deep red brown, with subtle fine surface specks and gentle wear from handling. The pieces show crisp intaglio carving with neatly defined cartouche outlines and carefully incised lettering on each oval face. Dimensions: 29 mm x 21 mm.
Condition
All lots offered are sourced from a private estate and sold "as is, where is". These antique works of art will naturally exhibit age, wear, restoration, losses and imperfections consistent with their long history. The absence of any comment regarding a defect does not imply the lot is free from damage, repair or restoration. No warranty, express or implied, is provided with respect to the condition of any lot.
This finely worked group of six oval plaques is crafted from warm reddish orange agate, each bearing detailed Islamic calligraphic script rendered in intaglio within shaped decorative cartouches. The flowing calligraphic script carries sacred religious meaning within Islamic tradition, conveying devotional verse and spiritual blessing. The agate displays natural mottled colour variation across the group, ranging from bright amber orange to deep red brown, with subtle fine surface specks and gentle wear from handling. The pieces show crisp intaglio carving with neatly defined cartouche outlines and carefully incised lettering on each oval face. Dimensions: 29 mm x 21 mm.
Condition
All lots offered are sourced from a private estate and sold "as is, where is". These antique works of art will naturally exhibit age, wear, restoration, losses and imperfections consistent with their long history. The absence of any comment regarding a defect does not imply the lot is free from damage, repair or restoration. No warranty, express or implied, is provided with respect to the condition of any lot.
