Lot 856
Persian Antique Amuletic Hand Plaque. Iran. Cast and chased flat sheet shaped into a stylized hand in an "open" position. The palm features a caligraphic arabesque incorporating the name of Allah along with a band of script at the wrist. The middle finger, the thickest of all the fingers is decorated with an emblem of fish. The remaining fingers are patterned designs of knotted floral arabesques. Hand with suspension loop for attaching to the wall. Length: 7". The artifact shows some wear from being touched constantly over the years, but is overall in fine condition, with brown and green patina. A handsome objet d'art, showing the Moslem genius for exploring the decorative possibilities of simple line and written text.
Estimated Value $200 - 300.
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| Realized $138 |
