Ader
183
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Magic cup, North Africa or Near East, 19th century
Circular …
See original version (French)
183
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Magic cup, North Africa or Near East, 19th century
Circular …
See original version (French)
Estimate €400 - €600
Voluntary lot
Description
Magic cup, North Africa or Near East, 19th century
Circular talismanic bowl with central umbilicus, made of hammered copper alloy and engraved over its entire surface with Arabic inscriptions and numerals arranged in friezes, within arcatures, medallions or poly-lobed cartouches. In the centre of the umbilicus is engraved Solomon's seal containing the name of Allah. On the outer wall runs the Verse of the Throne, Qur'an, II, 255.
Diameter: 20 cm
Slight dents, traces of oxidation.
See original version (French)
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About the sale
Archaeology & Arts of Islam and India
Auction location
Auction time
06/26/2026 at 1:30 PM
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