Lot 868
An Exuberance of Muselman Hand-Crafted Brass Work. Turkey, c. 19th Century. A portable shoe shine stand. Of oblong construction, at its center a sturdy box (with shoe rest), with flying buttress-like side compartments, hosting a plethora of shelves, receptacles, and brass-capped bottles. And with the Turkish delight in ornament, all surfaces are enriched with arabesques and geometric designs. Piece complete. Width:33-5/8". An arresting decorator's item from Istanbul's famed Suq (marketplace) -- one that you can take a shine to!
Estimated Value $1,000 - 1,500.
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