Lot 239
  • 239

An Ottoman silver inlaid helmet, Turkey, 18th century

Estimate
6,000 - 8,000 GBP
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Description

of domed form with bud-shaped finial, inlaid all over with silver vertical panels filled with foliate scrolls

Condition

Minor nibbles to rim, some small losses and rubbing to inlay, minor corrosion to the inside rim, as viewed
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