A pair of silver-overlaid steel stags, Persia, Qajar, 19th century

A pair of silver-overlaid steel stags, Persia, Qajar, 19th century

each of naturalistic form, with large antlers, the body decorated with silver overlaid intricate patterns
each: 35 x 23 cm ; 13¾ x 9 in.

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Paire de cerfs en acier damasquiné d’argent, Iran, Qajar, 19e siècle

each: 35 x 23 cm ; 13¾ x 9 in.

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Condition Report:
The surface of both deer with patina and weathering, the silver design tarnished and could benefit from a professional clean, the brass design could also be brought out, some encrustation to interstices, as viewed.

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Provenance:
Christie's Paris, Miroir d'une Passion, provenant d'une collection européenne, 16 December 2009, lot 432