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ancient Koran holder (rahlé) inlaid with mother-of-pearl and bone

$1,013.27
£751.75
€850
CA$1,387.21
A$1,554.13
CHF 808.92
MX$18,926.29
NOK 10,304.58
SEK 9,704.01
DKK 6,472.04
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About the Item

ancient Koran holder (rahlé) inlaid with mother-of-pearl and bone Nineteenth century numerous missing bones
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 25.99 in (66 cm)Width: 32.68 in (83 cm)Depth: 9.85 in (25 cm)
  • Style:
    Islamic (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
    Africa
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor structural damages. Minor fading. 950.
  • Seller Location:
    Mouscron, BE
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7463236777322

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