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An Ottoman Horn-Hilted Sword with Gold-Inlaid Steel Blade and Scabbard, Turkey, circa 1700
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
the curved watered-steel blade with inlaid gold inscriptions running along the back edge and in a roundel and two cartouches at the forte, the hilt of horn with palmette quillons and latticework engraving, the florally-incised scabbard with silver-gilt lock and chape and two suspension rings
Condition
Two brass studs missing on the pommel, some rubbing to the quillons and suspension loop clasps, the blade sticks in the scabbard, as viewed.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."
Catalogue Note
inscriptions
The inscriptions include: Qur'an, surah al-Talaq (LXV), parts of 3; 'O the Owner of the Kingdom!'; The Basmalah and Qur'an, surah al-Hud (XI), parts of 56.
The inscriptions include: Qur'an, surah al-Talaq (LXV), parts of 3; 'O the Owner of the Kingdom!'; The Basmalah and Qur'an, surah al-Hud (XI), parts of 56.