A FINE OTTOMAN TALISMANIC SHIRT
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An Ottoman tilsimli gomlegi, of characteristic T-form handwoven linen, the sides expanding toward the hem. Finely painted in symmetrical panels of ocher and green with broad borders of gold, containing superbly calligraphed quotations from Qur’an in sulus (thulth,) including Allah! Muhammad!, the 99 Names of God and the Shahada. 18th-19th century. Minor signs of wear. Such shirts, worn in battle, provided spiritual protection. Length from nape to hem 101cm. Condition I
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A FINE OTTOMAN TALISMANIC SHIRT
Estimate $700 - $900
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