Lot 198
  • 198

A pair of polychrome-decorated carved wood turban stands (kavukluk), Turkey, 18th/19th century

Estimate
12,000 - 16,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • painted and gilt wood
with oval back plate and bracketed shelf, with a central medallion containing the inscription 'Masha'Allah', embellished with leafy sprays and fruiting sprigs, elaborated acanthus leaves and classical colonnades, hooks to reverse for hanging

Condition

Both in fairly good condition, some ware as consistent with age and use, minor knicks and chips throughout, notably to table before stand,  some losses to paint and gilding, as viewed.
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