Islamic Silver Ring with carnelian intaglio with Lion
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Islamic silver ring from the 18th–19th century with a carnelian intaglio depicting a lion, featuring an engraved bezel, shoulders and band, in good condition with a secure raised setting and a closed back; certificate of authenticity available on request.
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Very impressive antique Islamic / Ottoman silver ring with a circular carnelian gemstone. The engraving depicts a stylised standing lion or quadruped, turning its head back over its left shoulder with additional punched or stippled dots in the field.
The gemstone is secured in a raised silver setting with a fully closed back construction. Richly engraved and applied foliate and scroll motifs around the bezel, on the shoulders and ring band. Tapering ring band which is finished with a small applied knob in the centre.
-> Animal motifs, including lions and other quadrupeds, appear frequently in Islamic and Near Eastern decorative arts. A lion could symbolise strength, courage, authority, and protection, while the backward-looking pose gives the image a lively and ornamental character.
Outside diameter: ± 28,4 mm maximum
Inside diameter: ± 17 - 24,8 mm
Height bezel: ± 10,1 mm
Condition: Good condition and wearable. The gemstone is well preserved with clear engraving details and minor surface wear consistent with age. The silver setting shows light wear and patina, with no apparent structural damage. Overall condition is good.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
-> Carnelian was highly valued in Islamic and Ottoman jewellery for its warm red colour and its suitability for engraving. It was often used in seal rings, amuletic rings, and personal ornaments.
-> Rings of this type combine practical, decorative, and symbolic elements. The engraved stone could have served as a personal ornament or seal, while the ornate metal setting reflects the rich visual language of Islamic and Ottoman jewellery.
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*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!
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 Islamic / Ottoman silver ring with a circular carnelian gemstone. The engraving depicts a stylised standing lion or quadruped, turning its head back over its left shoulder with additional punched or stippled dots in the field.
The gemstone is secured in a raised silver setting with a fully closed back construction. Richly engraved and applied foliate and scroll motifs around the bezel, on the shoulders and ring band. Tapering ring band which is finished with a small applied knob in the centre.
-> Animal motifs, including lions and other quadrupeds, appear frequently in Islamic and Near Eastern decorative arts. A lion could symbolise strength, courage, authority, and protection, while the backward-looking pose gives the image a lively and ornamental character.
Outside diameter: ± 28,4 mm maximum
Inside diameter: ± 17 - 24,8 mm
Height bezel: ± 10,1 mm
Condition: Good condition and wearable. The gemstone is well preserved with clear engraving details and minor surface wear consistent with age. The silver setting shows light wear and patina, with no apparent structural damage. Overall condition is good.
Certificate of Authenticity: available upon request (pdf-format).
-> Carnelian was highly valued in Islamic and Ottoman jewellery for its warm red colour and its suitability for engraving. It was often used in seal rings, amuletic rings, and personal ornaments.
-> Rings of this type combine practical, decorative, and symbolic elements. The engraved stone could have served as a personal ornament or seal, while the ornate metal setting reflects the rich visual language of Islamic and Ottoman jewellery.
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
Islamic
Century/timeframe
18th-19th century
Name of object
Ring with carnelian intaglio with Lion
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.
