Lot 134: A Rare Islamic Bakelite Istambuli Tasbih Prayer Beads.
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A Rare Islamic Bakelite Istambuli Tasbih Prayer Beads.
Comprising thirty-three lustrous, teardrop-shaped beads crafted from marbled honey-coloured Bakelite, this rare Islamic prayer tasbih is designed in the distinctive Istambuli style. The set includes two separator beads and a tapered minaret-style imam bead, all strung with a finely braided cord terminating in a deep blue silk tassel adorned with gold-thread accents.
L: Approximately 63cm
100g
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