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206
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Magic cup, Near East, 19th century
Brass talismanic bowl wit…
See original version (French)
206
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Magic cup, Near East, 19th century
Brass talismanic bowl wit…
See original version (French)
Estimate €300 - €500
Voluntary lot
Description
Magic cup, Near East, 19th century
Brass talismanic bowl with central umbilicus decorated with engraved friezes of religious inscriptions in cursive Arabic under the lip and at the base of the umbilicus, medallions, cartouches and arcatures decorated with magic squares. The central part of the umbilicus is decorated with the Seal of Solomon and on the outer wall, under the lip, runs the Verse of the Throne (Qur'an, II, 255).
Diameter: 19.6 cm
Small traces of wear under the base, slight dents and traces of oxidation, piece gilded?
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
Pictures credits: Contact the Auction House
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