A fine gold-overlaid steel helmet (kulah khud), presented by order of Mas'ud Mirza Zill Al-Sultan (1849-1918), governor of Fars and Isfahan, Persia, late 19th century
A fine gold-overlaid steel helmet (kulah khud), presented by order of Mas'ud Mirza Zill Al-Sultan (1849-1918), governor of Fars and Isfahan, Persia, late 19th century
the domed skull decorated with large cartouches comprising gold damascened inscriptions, the cartouches surrounded by damascened scrolling arabesques, the rim with a narrow band with damascened cartouches containing engraved figures of animals and birds, with applied sliding nasal guard, plume holders, spike, and aventail, the applied elements with gold damascened decoration, the aventail missing sections
24,8 cm ; 9¾ in.
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Casque (kulah khud) en acier ciselé à décor damasquiné d’or, présenté par ordre de Mas'ud Mirza Zill Al-Sultan (1849-1918), Gouverneur de Fars et Isfahan, Iran, Qajar, fin 19e siècle
24,8 cm ; 9¾ in.
Condition Report:
The gold overlay design in general good condition, on a weathered surface with patches of erosion, visible to interior of helmet also, most of chainmail missing, as viewed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Provenance:
Christie's London, Antiques, Arms and Armour from the Collection of Dr. & Mrs. Zwanger, 12 December 2006, lot 258
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A fine gold-overlaid steel helmet (kulah khud), presented by order of Mas'ud Mirza Zill Al-Sultan (1849-1918), governor of Fars and Isfahan, Persia, late 19th century
the domed skull decorated with large cartouches comprising gold damascened inscriptions, the cartouches surrounded by damascened scrolling arabesques, the rim with a narrow band with damascened cartouches containing engraved figures of animals and birds, with applied sliding nasal guard, plume holders, spike, and aventail, the applied elements with gold damascened decoration, the aventail missing sections
24,8 cm ; 9¾ in.
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Casque (kulah khud) en acier ciselé à décor damasquiné d’or, présenté par ordre de Mas'ud Mirza Zill Al-Sultan (1849-1918), Gouverneur de Fars et Isfahan, Iran, Qajar, fin 19e siècle
24,8 cm ; 9¾ in.
Condition Report:
The gold overlay design in general good condition, on a weathered surface with patches of erosion, visible to interior of helmet also, most of chainmail missing, as viewed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Provenance:
Christie's London, Antiques, Arms and Armour from the Collection of Dr. & Mrs. Zwanger, 12 December 2006, lot 258
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