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Rare Indian Carved Calligraphic Marble Tile, circa 1860

Offered by: Solomon Treasure

Description
A rare Indian carved calligraphic marble tile, circa 1860
Hand carved with a cusped cartouche containing lines of dense thuluth calligraphy. Sitting on a custom made stand. Extremely fine piece.
Measures: Tile: 8.5? high x 18? wide x 1? deep.
Translation:
Everything is Perishable except his (God’s) countenance
Provenance Christie’s London, 16 June 1987, no.291.
Inscriptions Surah al-Qasas XXVIII, part of v.88.

More Information

Origin:	India
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Marble
Condition:	Good.
Creation Date:	1860
Styles / Movements:	Other, Traditional
Patterns:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	486031

Dimensions

W.	18 in;	H.	8.5 in;	D.	1 in;
W.	45.72 cm;	H.	21.59 cm;	D.	2.54 cm;

Message from Seller:

For four generations, Solomon Treasure has built a distinguished reputation for offering rare and important 18th-19th century antiques and fine art, serving museums, collectors, and designers worldwide. Located in the heart of Manhattan, we specialize in exceptional pieces ranging from Napoleon Neoclassical to Art Deco and Middle Eastern Islamic treasures. Contact: Mory Talasazan, Director | mory@solomontreasureny.com | 917.686.9732 |