22nd Apr, 2026 12:00
Arts of India and the Islamic Lands
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A SELJUK BRONZE OIL LAMP STAND
Eastern Iran, Khorasan, 12th-13th century
A SELJUK BRONZE OIL LAMP STAND
Eastern Iran, Khorasan, 12th-13th century
Cast bronze with reddish patina, composed of a domed base resting on three zoomorphic feet, engraved with epigraphic cartouches around the rim, interrupted by protrusions containing roundels with birds and animals. The top of the base is engraved with interlaced vegetal motifs, leading to a socket where a knotted stem is mounted.
23cm high
Sold for £344
A SELJUK BRONZE OIL LAMP STAND
Eastern Iran, Khorasan, 12th-13th century
Cast bronze with reddish patina, composed of a domed base resting on three zoomorphic feet, engraved with epigraphic cartouches around the rim, interrupted by protrusions containing roundels with birds and animals. The top of the base is engraved with interlaced vegetal motifs, leading to a socket where a knotted stem is mounted.
23cm high
Auction: Arts of India and the Islamic Lands, 22nd Apr, 2026
We are excited to present our Islamic and Indian Art Auction.
The sale brings together a remarkable collection of rare textiles, lacquerwear, woodwork, manuscripts and more. Featuring a 13th century bronze Ayyubid candlestick (lot 29), a monumental Indian silver-overlaid wooden footstool (lot 140) and an Ottoman calligraphic silk lampas panel from the inner covering of the Ka’ba (lot 166).
One further unmissable highlight is the beautifully enamelled 18 carat gold pocket watch by Breguet et Fils, produced for the Ottoman market (lot 148). We are delighted also to present further pieces from the collection of Mr Georges Antaki in this auction, which promises something of interest for all collectors interested in Islamic and Indian art.
Sale date(s) & Start time:
22 Apr 2026 12:00 BST
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