Arts of the Islamic World & India including Fine Rugs and Carpets
Arts of the Islamic World & India including Fine Rugs and Carpets
An Ottoman dagger with tombak hilt and scabbard, Turkey, 18th century
Auction Closed
March 31, 12:40 PM GMT
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
Lot Details
Description
the double-edged steel blade with gold inlaid calligraphic inscription at the forte, with tombak waisted hilt and wood scabbard overlaid with tombak and foliate design near edge, later protective lining
53cm.
inscriptions
Qur’an, chapter XLVIII (al-Fath), verse 1 and the first few words of verse 2.
Qur’an, chapter XLVIII (al-Fath), verse 1 and the first few words of verse 2.