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An Ottoman nefrite-hilted dagger (kard), Turkey, 18th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
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Description
- jade and steel
the smooth nephrite hilt with bead set in filigree mount at tip, the watered steel blade with foliate carvings at the forte highlighted with gold-inlaid foliate motifs, one side with inscriptive band with spurious date, other side with inscription in medallion
Condition
In generally good condition overall, one very minor nick to lower edge of hilt, minor patches of oxidisation to blade, 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
' …. God grant him victory, in Dar al-Fath, Constantinople, year forty and nine-hundred (1533-34 AD).'
In the small roundel preceding it: 'What God wills.'
In the small cartouche: part of Surat al-Saff (61), part of verse 13.
' …. God grant him victory, in Dar al-Fath, Constantinople, year forty and nine-hundred (1533-34 AD).'
In the small roundel preceding it: 'What God wills.'
In the small cartouche: part of Surat al-Saff (61), part of verse 13.