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Important gilt-bronze table torch/testament? Wait—no, keep: Important gilt-bronze table torch originating from the Near East (the Middle East or Egypt) dating from the 19th century.

The hexagonal base in the shape of a truncated pyramid ends with an elegant pedestal cut into festooned arches. The six faces are entirely hand-engraved and chased with complex cartouches housing stylized Arabic calligraphy (thuluth) and fine geometric interlaces.

In good condition

Important flambeau de table en bronze doré témoignant d'un travail artisanal de haute qualité originaire du 
Proche-Orient (Moyen Orient ou Egypte) datant du XIX eme siècle. 

La base hexagonale de forme pyramidale tronquée se termine par un élégant piètement découpé en arcatures festonnées. Les six faces sont entièrement gravées à la main et ciselées de cartouches complexes abritant des calligraphies arabes stylisées (thuluth) et des entrelacs géométriques fins. 

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Mamluk Revival Candlestick - Bronze - Egypt - 19th - 20th century

35 cm

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Egyptian 19th–20th century Mamluk revival bronze candlestick, 35 cm high with a hexagonal base and a 13 cm square footprint, with six hand-engraved faces featuring stylised Arabic thuluth calligraphy and fine geometric interlacings; in good condition.

Mamluk Revival Candlestick - Bronze - Egypt - 19th - 20th century

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Egyptian 19th–20th century Mamluk revival bronze candlestick, 35 cm high with a hexagonal base and a 13 cm square footprint, with six hand-engraved faces featuring stylised Arabic thuluth calligraphy and fine geometric interlacings; in good condition.

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