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Brass Alam Hand Cutwork Calligraphy in the Shape of a Falcon, 20th Century
$500
£379.59
€434.17
CA$698.57
A$776.97
CHF 405.71
MX$9,454.84
NOK 5,181.50
SEK 4,859.33
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Brass Alam Persian hand Cutwork Calligraphy in the shape of a falcon, 20th century.
The ornamental calligraphy arranged within a frame of a bird of prey -The Falcon. The letters are those of the Shia Muslim prayer, the Nad-i-Ali, or 'Call to Ali'.
"Call on Ali,
(He) is able to bring about the extraordinary.
You will find him an effective
supporter in all calamities.
(All) worries and sorrows will soon disappear .
by Your greatness of O Allah, By Your Prophethood O Mohammed, By your Viceregency O Ali! O Ali! O Ali!"
Size - Height 18 inches
Width 9 inches.
- Dimensions:Height: 18 in (45.72 cm)Width: 9 in (22.86 cm)Depth: 0.25 in (6.35 mm)
- Style:Islamic (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Brass,Metalwork
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- Date of Manufacture:20th Century
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use.
- Seller Location:Islamabad, PK
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU8147233595612
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