Two damascened steel birds, Persia, Qajar, 19th century

Two damascened steel birds, Persia, Qajar, 19th century

each of characteristic form, with damascened details on chests and outlines of feathers, both standing on a wooden base
H: 27 cm W: 12,5 cm L: 15 cm (including wooden base)

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Deux oiseaux en acier à décor damasquiné, Iran, Qajar, 19e siècle

H: 27 cm W: 12,5 cm L: 15 cm (including wooden base)

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Condition Report:
The surface of both birds with patina and weathering, the brass design would be brought out with a clean to the surface, some encrustation to interstices, as viewed.

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Provenance:
Christie’s South Kensington, Indian & Islamic Works of Art & Textiles, 3 April 2009, lot 193