Ottoman Empire Silver Ring with Carnelian Intaglio with Quadruped
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Ottoman Empire silver ring with a square carnelian intaglio bezel depicting a stylised quadruped, circa 17th–19th century, with engraved vegetal and geometric ornamentation, hidden bezel engravings, good condition and original authenticity, inner diameter about 20.9–17.9 mm and bezel height 9.7 mm.
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Very impressive antique Ottoman Empire Islamic silver ring. The ring has a large square bezel set with a carnelian intaglio depicting a stylised animal, standing to left.
The substantial silver ring is elaborately decorated with engraved vegetal and geometric ornamentation along the shoulders and sides. The shoulders are further embellished with appliqué elements forming stylised scrollwork and knot-like motifs. The bezel is framed by a beaded border.
The underside of the bezel is engraved with a hidden decorative scene enclosed within a rectangle divided by diagonal lines, forming four triangular compartments filled with small symbolic motifs. This engraving is concealed when the ring is worn and would only have been visible to the wearer.
-> Hidden engravings beneath the bezel are occasionally encountered on Ottoman rings and may have held symbolic or talismanic meaning known only to the owner.
Outside diameter: ± 24,6 mm
Inside diameter: ± 20,9 - 17,9 mm
Bezel height: ± 9,7 mm
Condition: good solid condition and wearable. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. The engraved carnelian remains clear, and the decorative silverwork elements retain their detail with a light patina.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
Catawiki disclaimer:
This object has been carefully examined for its material and surface characteristics.
Laboratory analysis (e.g. XRF) is not routinely undertaken in private collecting, and destructive testing is avoided as it causes permanent damage to archaeological material.
Before modern hallmarking, gold and silver alloys varied depending on local resources, recycling practices and economic conditions.
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* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
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* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Attention: due to customs regulations we can only ship inside the European Union. Please ensure you have a valid EU shipping address before placing a bid.
Very impressive antique Ottoman Empire Islamic silver ring. The ring has a large square bezel set with a carnelian intaglio depicting a stylised animal, standing to left.
The substantial silver ring is elaborately decorated with engraved vegetal and geometric ornamentation along the shoulders and sides. The shoulders are further embellished with appliqué elements forming stylised scrollwork and knot-like motifs. The bezel is framed by a beaded border.
The underside of the bezel is engraved with a hidden decorative scene enclosed within a rectangle divided by diagonal lines, forming four triangular compartments filled with small symbolic motifs. This engraving is concealed when the ring is worn and would only have been visible to the wearer.
-> Hidden engravings beneath the bezel are occasionally encountered on Ottoman rings and may have held symbolic or talismanic meaning known only to the owner.
Outside diameter: ± 24,6 mm
Inside diameter: ± 20,9 - 17,9 mm
Bezel height: ± 9,7 mm
Condition: good solid condition and wearable. Signs of wear consistent with age and use. The engraved carnelian remains clear, and the decorative silverwork elements retain their detail with a light patina.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
Catawiki disclaimer:
This object has been carefully examined for its material and surface characteristics.
Laboratory analysis (e.g. XRF) is not routinely undertaken in private collecting, and destructive testing is avoided as it causes permanent damage to archaeological material.
Before modern hallmarking, gold and silver alloys varied depending on local resources, recycling practices and economic conditions.
Seller's Story
Please read our information carefully.
*SHIPPING INFO Due to insurance procedures, combined shipping is only possible with a single payment. (1 payment reference = 1 insured parcel.) If you accept an offer after the auction and pay separately, shipments cannot be manually combined afterward. Please ensure your shipping address is complete and correct before paying. Changes made after payment are not automatically forwarded to us.
* CERTIFICATE OF AUTHENTICITY (COA) For insurance purposes we can provide a digital Certificate of Authenticity (PDF) for every item with a hammer price of Euro 100 or more. The COA is available upon request within 20 days of the auction date. Instructions will be provided when your order is shipped. Certificates are not included in the package.
* INSURANCE & CLAIMS All our parcels are shipped with external insurance. This insurance requires the following:
-> Monitor the online tracking and notify delays to the seller within 14 days after the shipping date.
-> In case of damage: write a reservation on the delivery note and report the damage to the seller via the Catawiki online chat within 24 hours. Keep all packaging and send us photos of the damage.
* MARGIN SCHEME: All our sales are subject to the margin scheme; therefore, no VAT is charged or shown on our invoices.
* IMPORTANT BUYERS OUTSIDE THE EU: We cannot ship to countries outside the European Union. Please ensure you have an EU shipping address before bidding. No exceptions can be made. Switzerland, Norway and the United Kingdom are not part of the EU.
* DOCUMENTATION NOTICE: Previous invoices and import/export documents will not be shared with customers.
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Thank you for your interest, and best of luck with your bids!
Details
Culture
Ottoman Empire
Century/timeframe
17th - 19th century AD
Name of object
Ring with Carnelian Intaglio with Quadruped
Acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Year acquired
2023
Material
Silver
Country acquired from
Netherlands
Condition
Good
Previous owner acquired from
Dealer at a fair
Previous owner - year acquired
2023
Previous owner - country acquired from
Netherlands
I verify that I have obtained this object legally and that I am allowed to sell it
Yes
Authenticity
Original/official
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The seller was informed by Catawiki about documentation requirements and guarantees the following: - the object was legally obtained, - the seller has the right to sell and/or export the object, as relevant, - the seller will provide the necessary provenance information and arrange required documentation and permits/licenses, as applicable and as per local laws, - the seller will notify the buyer of any delays in obtaining permits/licenses. By bidding, you acknowledge that import documentation may be required depending on your country of residence and that obtaining permits/licenses may cause delays in the delivery of your object.
