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LOT 2309
Indo-Persian Bronze Astrological Globe in Calligraphic Box
20TH CENTURY A.D.
8 1/4 x 8 1/2 x 8 in. (3.61 kg, 21 x 21.5 x 20.5 cm).
Hollow-formed bronze globe with engraved astronomical signs and calibrations; mounted to rotate in a two-part wooden box with reserved calligraphic text to each face. [No Reserve]
Provenance
Private collection, UK.
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LOT 2309
Indo-Persian Bronze Astrological Globe in Calligraphic Box
Sold for (Inc. bp): £520
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