An Ottoman powder flask with ivory 18th century shagreen
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An Ottoman ivory-mounted ray-skin Powder Flask
Turkey, 18th Century
of nautilus form, the skin applied directly to the body, with ivory measure, lid and stopper, with gilt-wrapped thread attachments
19.5 cm. max.
Sold for £5,000 inc. premium

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  • Provenance: formerly in the collection of a European noble family.

Category: Islamic and Oriental Art / Islamic and Indian Art

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