Bronze - Talisman - OTTOMAN MAGIC TALISMAN
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Afghanistan origin, Ottoman Magic Talisman, a bronze Islamic talismanic plaque (8 × 6 cm, 19 g) dating to 1800–1850, unisex and in very good condition, fully hand engraved with a lion motif and dense Arabic inscriptions.
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A very rare and impressive Ottoman-period talismanic plaque (17th–18th century), entirely covered with dense hand-engraved inscriptions.
The front displays a powerful lion motif, surrounded by continuous Arabic calligraphy covering the entire surface. The reverse side is equally detailed, featuring stylized human figures filled with magic squares, numbers, and esoteric scripts, leaving almost no empty space.
Such objects were traditionally used for protection, spiritual power, and magical purposes, believed to guard against the evil eye and negative energies. The richness and intensity of the engravings clearly indicate a devotional and possibly tekke (dervish) work.
An exceptionally rare, fully inscribed piece, with beautiful aged patina and strong historical character.
DETAILS
* Size: 8 x 6 cm
* Material: bronze
* Technique: Fully hand engraved
* Origin: Persia (Safavid attribution)
* Dating: 17th–18th century
* Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina
A very rare and impressive Ottoman-period talismanic plaque (17th–18th century), entirely covered with dense hand-engraved inscriptions.
The front displays a powerful lion motif, surrounded by continuous Arabic calligraphy covering the entire surface. The reverse side is equally detailed, featuring stylized human figures filled with magic squares, numbers, and esoteric scripts, leaving almost no empty space.
Such objects were traditionally used for protection, spiritual power, and magical purposes, believed to guard against the evil eye and negative energies. The richness and intensity of the engravings clearly indicate a devotional and possibly tekke (dervish) work.
An exceptionally rare, fully inscribed piece, with beautiful aged patina and strong historical character.
DETAILS
* Size: 8 x 6 cm
* Material: bronze
* Technique: Fully hand engraved
* Origin: Persia (Safavid attribution)
* Dating: 17th–18th century
* Condition: Good antique condition with age-related wear and patina
Details
Era
1400-1900
Laboratory report
No laboratory report
Style
Islamic
Estimated period
1800-1850
Metal
Bronze
Brand jewellery
No
Total weight
19 g
Condition
Very good condition - slightly used with small signs of wear
Gender
Unisex
Country of origin
Afghanistan
Title additional information
OTTOMAN MAGIC TALISMAN
Width
8 cm
Length
6 cm
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