Silver inlaid brass Mamluk Inkwell
Code:
IWS2
An inkwell made of brass inlaid and engraved with silver, inspired by the Mamluk era during the reign of Sultan Muhammad bin Qalawun.
The inkwell consists of a hexagonal body with six hexagonal compartments, each bearing the seal of the Sultan, surrounded by geometric motifs.
Product Specification
The Lid:
The lid features a band of leaf motifs, with a hexagonal star at the top, inside of which are winged beasts. In the center, there is the seal of Sultan Qalawun.
Inside the lid, there is a hexagonal star with links of decorative motifs and muqarnas, along with the seal of the Sultan.
Inside the body:
Interior of the body:
there are two openings with covers: one for ink and one for nibs. One cover is decorated with two standing winged beasts, while the other features the Sultan’s seal.
Inside the smaller compartment, there is a hexagonal shape, with each side containing a band of winged birds, and at the bottom, the inscription reads: “His Victory’s Glory.”
The larger compartment is inscribed with praise for the Sultan and consists of three sides adorned with decorations.
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