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AN ISLAMIC REVIVAL ENAMELED AND GILT GLASS HANGING MOSQUE LAMP, 19TH CENTURY - An Islamic Revival polychrome enameled and gilt glass hanging mosque lamp of traditional Mamluk form, featuring a bulbous body, a waisted neck, and a widely flared mouth. The shoulders are fitted with four applied glass suspension loops. The body and neck are richly decorated with Arabic calligraphic inscriptions in gold against a cobalt-blue enamel ground, complemented by circular medallions, scrolling foliage, and ornamental borders. The lower section features iridescent glass embellished with polychrome floral motifs and scalloped cartouches. The design follows the tradition of medieval Mamluk mosque lamps produced in Egypt and Syria. Probably Bohemian or European manufacture for the Islamic market, late 19th century. Dimensions: H: 9 in., (23 cm.) Condition: Restored. Please make all inquiries before bidding. All statements contained in the catalog, condition reports, invoices, advertisements, or elsewhere concerning the authorship, attribution, origin, date, age, period, culture, source, provenance, authenticity, genuineness, condition, rarity, importance, or value of any lot are statements of opinion only and shall not be construed as representations, warranties, or statements of fact. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not offer in-house shipping. We will provide a list of recommended shippers upon request.