Lot 373
- 373
A calligraphic gold-inlaid steel push dagger (katar), India, Deccan, 17th century
Estimate
10,000 - 15,000 GBP
bidding is closed
Description
- gold-inlaid steel
with straight steel blade and central ridge, the hilt with a double grip and curved chappe, decorated throughout with gold-inlaid calligraphy and floral motifs
Condition
Dagger is in fairly good condition, with abrasion to surface resulting in gold inlaid loss to the handle and chape, the blade with patches of oxidisation and tip bent, 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, chapters LXI (al-saff), part of verse 13 and XII (Yusuf), part of verse 64; the nada ‘ali quatrain and invocations to God.
The inscriptions include: Qur’an, chapters LXI (al-saff), part of verse 13 and XII (Yusuf), part of verse 64; the nada ‘ali quatrain and invocations to God.