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LOT 1222
Damascene Shallow Silver Dish with Gilt Decoration and Calligraphic Inscription
20TH CENTURY A.D.
5 1/2 in. (218 grams, 14.1 cm).
With parcel-gilt rosettes and dense tendril field, panels to the outer edge filled with calligraphic text; three stub feet to reverse.
ProvenancePrivate collection, UK.
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LOT 1222
Damascene Shallow Silver Dish with Gilt Decoration and Calligraphic Inscription
Sold for (Inc. bp): £364
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Opening Bid: £75
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