Lot 171:
AN OTTOMAN KALKAN SHIELD
Sold for: $800
Description
A rare example of characteristic form, the body formed of cane in a tightly-wound spiral, lightly domed in profile, with each ring wrapped in colored thread. With applied studded steel boss and rim connected by wrought strips. 19th century or earlier. Worn overall, grips lacking. Diameter 26.5 cm. Condition III
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