January Antiques & Decorative Arts
Lot 177: An Islamic Circular Black Hardstone Amulet Pendant with...
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An Islamic Circular Black Hardstone Amulet Pendant with Radial Arabic Inscription.
A circular black hardstone amulet pendant set within a silver mount with a single suspension loop. One face is finely engraved with Arabic calligraphy arranged in a striking radial composition forming a circular medallion, the pale incised lines standing out against the deep black ground. The inscription is Qur’anic in nature, executed in a compact and decorative calligraphic style.
D: Approximately 3.5cm
Provenance: Part of a private gentleman’s collection, based in W London.
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