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An Ottoman gem-set agate-hilted dagger with silver scabbard, Turkey, dated 1113 AH/1701 AD
Estimate
12,000 - 18,000 GBP
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Description
- jade, silver, steel, coral, wood scabbard
the hilt composed of two faceted agate pieces with gem-set gripstrap (amethyst and turquoise), with a straight, double-edged steel blade with gold decoration comprising inscriptive cartouches and vegetal designs, the silver scabbard with chased floral decoration, carved entwining scrolls and short chain with silver filigree balls and silver-mounted coral bead
Literature
R. Hales, Islamic and Oriental Arms and Armour: A Lifetime's Passion, London, 2013, p.80, no.172.
Islamiske Vaben i dansk privateje (Islamic Arms and Armour from private Danish Collections), exh. cat., David Collection, Copenhagen, 1982, pp.70-1, no.23.
Islamiske Vaben i dansk privateje (Islamic Arms and Armour from private Danish Collections), exh. cat., David Collection, Copenhagen, 1982, pp.70-1, no.23.
Condition
In generally fair condition, some of the gemstones on hilt missing and some later replacements (including about six or more paste or glass pieces), the agate with chip marks long external edges and some light surface scratches, the hilt with some surface scratches, minor oxidisation, some abrasion near forte, the hilt in generally good condition, light scratches, rubbing resulting in discoloration, minor crack near one edge, 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."
"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."
Catalogue Note
inscriptions
On the blade, a Turkish couplet:
“Bless this dagger, O Noble Without End!
Let no harm come to its owner in the course of his life.”
In the corner of the upper line: 'Year 1113' (1701-2 AD)
A similar dagger was sold in these rooms, 25 April 2012, lot 613.
On the blade, a Turkish couplet:
“Bless this dagger, O Noble Without End!
Let no harm come to its owner in the course of his life.”
In the corner of the upper line: 'Year 1113' (1701-2 AD)
A similar dagger was sold in these rooms, 25 April 2012, lot 613.