A gold-overlaid steel helmet (kulah khud), Persia, Safavid and Qajar, 18th/early 19th century
A gold-overlaid steel helmet (kulah khud), Persia, Safavid and Qajar, 18th/early 19th century
the domed skull, possibly late Safavid, decorated with twenty gold-overlaid vertical ribs terminating in cusped cartouches comprising Qur'anic verses on a gold damascened ground, the rim with a narrow gold damascened floral and foliate band, the remaining elements late 18th/early 19th century, with an adjustable nasal guard, three plume holders each with a cartouche below comprising Qur'anic phrases against a background of scrolling foliage, with spike and base plate, a long iron and brass chain mail neck-guard with patterns consisting of cartouches and foliage
26 cm ; 10 1/4 in.
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Casque (kulah khud) en acier ciselé à décor damasquiné d’or, Iran, Safavide et Qajar, 18e/19e siècle
26 cm ; 10¼ in.
Condition Report:
The surface on the exterior with patina and erosion, sections of gold overlay rubbed, small section of the chainmail with tears, could benefit from a clean to bring out design, interior with some corrosion, 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, Fine Antique Arms and Armour Including the Collection of Dr. Robert Amalric, 24 May 2006, lot 27
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A gold-overlaid steel helmet (kulah khud), Persia, Safavid and Qajar, 18th/early 19th century
the domed skull, possibly late Safavid, decorated with twenty gold-overlaid vertical ribs terminating in cusped cartouches comprising Qur'anic verses on a gold damascened ground, the rim with a narrow gold damascened floral and foliate band, the remaining elements late 18th/early 19th century, with an adjustable nasal guard, three plume holders each with a cartouche below comprising Qur'anic phrases against a background of scrolling foliage, with spike and base plate, a long iron and brass chain mail neck-guard with patterns consisting of cartouches and foliage
26 cm ; 10 1/4 in.
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Casque (kulah khud) en acier ciselé à décor damasquiné d’or, Iran, Safavide et Qajar, 18e/19e siècle
26 cm ; 10¼ in.
Condition Report:
The surface on the exterior with patina and erosion, sections of gold overlay rubbed, small section of the chainmail with tears, could benefit from a clean to bring out design, interior with some corrosion, 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, Fine Antique Arms and Armour Including the Collection of Dr. Robert Amalric, 24 May 2006, lot 27
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