Late Mughal Inscribed Haldili Jade Pendant
18th century AD. An inscribed jade plaque pendant (Haldili), Deccan or from Iran, incised floral tendrils and Arabic inscription quoting Imam 'Ali: 'Oppression of [God's] subjects is the worst companion for the hereafter'. 30 grams, 97mm (3 3/4"). Ex central London gallery; acquired on the UK art market in 2010; accompanied by a copy of a typed and unsigned scholarly note. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.
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18th century AD. An inscribed jade plaque pendant (Haldili), Deccan or from Iran, incised floral tendrils and Arabic inscription quoting Imam 'Ali: 'Oppression of [God's] subjects is the worst companion for the hereafter'. 30 grams, 97mm (3 3/4"). Ex central London gallery; acquired on the UK art market in 2010; accompanied by a copy of a typed and unsigned scholarly note. [No Reserve]
Condition Report: Fine condition.