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Antique Persian Metalwork Print Featuring Armour and Islamic Ornamentation, 1887
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Antique Persian Metalwork Print Featuring Armour and Islamic Ornamentation, 1887
This exquisite antique print highlights the ornamental mastery of Persian metalwork, with a particular focus on ceremonial arms and armor. Published in 1887 as part of *Der Ornamentenschatz* (The Treasury of Ornament), a groundbreaking design resource compiled by H. Dolmetsch and printed by Julius Hoffmann in Stuttgart, the plate is a rare visual document capturing the sophistication and symbolism of Persian decorative arts.
The composition centers on a beautifully adorned warrior's helmet and shield, rendered in intricate detail and embellished with gold, silver, and crimson-red accents. The helmet, topped with a finial and surrounded by delicate chainmail, displays finely incised calligraphy and floral scrollwork typical of Safavid and early Qajar aesthetics. The large round shield at the base of the image is equally elaborate, featuring floral medallions, interlaced arabesques, and kufic inscriptions that blend functionality with spiritual and artistic intent.
Surrounding the central elements are finely wrought decorative fragments, including blade fittings, border patterns, and pierced metal plaques with vegetal and geometric motifs. Two small panels on the right display figural scenes reminiscent of ancient Persian storytelling traditions, rendered in a style that suggests a blend of Islamic and pre-Islamic narrative traditions. These ornamental borders would have originally adorned ceremonial swords, architectural panels, or royal furnishings.
This lithograph not only records the craftsmanship of Persian artisans, but also reflects the broader cultural values of beauty, protection, and divinely inspired design. The use of gold and silver tints in the printing process enhances the illusion of metallic surfaces, giving the print a luminous, almost three-dimensional quality.
Condition:
This print is in very good antique condition. The colors remain vivid, with gold and red tones well preserved. Very light age-related toning and minor spots of foxing may be present but do not detract from the overall visual impact. The reverse side is blank, and the paper remains stable and clean.
Framing Tips:
This print pairs well with a mat in ivory or warm grey to accentuate the metallic tones. A dark wood or gilded frame will echo the opulence of the subject matter, making it ideal for display in a study, library, or collection devoted to Islamic art, antique arms, or global design. Museum-quality glass is recommended to protect the intricate detailing of this historic lithograph.
- Dimensions:Height: 13 in (33 cm)Width: 9.26 in (23.5 cm)Depth: 0.01 in (0.2 mm)
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- Date of Manufacture:1887
- Condition:This print is in very good antique condition. The colors remain vivid, with gold and red tones well preserved. Very light age-related toning and minor spots of foxing may be present but do not detract from the overall visual impact.
- Seller Location:Langweer, NL
- Reference Number:Seller: BG-13155-211stDibs: LU3054344895942
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