Gandhara Terracotta Buddha Mould for Gold and Silver Votive Statues - 85 mm
No. 82519169
Islamic Terracotta Hand of Fatima , Mould for Gold and Silver Talismans - 90 mm
No. 82519169
Islamic Terracotta Hand of Fatima , Mould for Gold and Silver Talismans - 90 mm
A rare terracotta Hand of Fatima, mould for gold and silver votive talismans, for Muslims represents inner balance,faith and patiance. For Jews is also an important symbol.
In good condition. It has been cleaned, but the nice antique patina is preserved. Original, ancient hand forming and carving. Traces of use and age on its surface.
Purchased in Budapest/1983 by Dr. Zelnik from the collection of a former ambassador in the Middle East, H.E.T.L.
Important information :
The seller guarantees that he is entitled to ship this lot.
Due to the complicated Cultural Laws we will not be able to ship this item outside of the EU nor to the United States.
Provenance :
This item comes from the collection of Dr. Zelnik, resulting from more than 50 years of collecting.
Former diplomat, Asian Arts collector, Researcher.
Publications :
More than 20 essays on Southeast-Asian politics and economy, presentations on international conferences.
Co-author of 10 albums and books on Southeast Asian Art.
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