Set of Persian armor elements - Lot 135

Lot n° 135
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1000 - 1200 EUR
Set of Persian armor elements - Lot 135
Set of Persian armor elements Engraved steel and gold inlay Iran, 19th century, Qadjare period Height helmet (with camail) : 63,5 cm Length bazu band (without glove) : 35,5 cm Shield diameter: 35.6 cm This set of armor pieces includes a helmet called kulah khud, a bazu band and a dhal shield. The bazu band has three gold damascene mandorls with finely engraved decoration of riders and battle scenes. The four-bossed shield also has a battle scene between riders finely engraved in its center, framed by a frieze of calligraphic medallions damascened in gold, and a frieze of intertwined scrolls. Both pieces have retained their interior velvet lining. The helmet is topped with a four-sided point with damascene decoration, and bears a decoration of mandorles in cartouches, as well as a frieze of calligraphy in gold damascene. It is equipped with a nose cone and two eagle holders. (Numerous wears and oxidations, deteriorated chainmail). Expert: Mr Alexis RENARD
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