Lot 128
  • 128

A Pair of Mamluk ivory-inlaid doors, Egypt, circa 14th/15th century

Estimate
150,000 - 250,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

of large rectangular form comprised of two narrow doors, the main field composed of multiple interlocking polygonal elements of ivory inlay slotted into a wooden lattice frame, a stellar medallion to the centre within a larger roundel made up of radial segmental elements, a quarter medallion to each corner, small rectangular panels above and below of interlacing geometric form, old European frame with vestiges of metal hinges

Condition

some losses to ivory panels with old replacement pieces, as viewed
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