Bidspirit auction | A QAJAR COPPER-INLAID STEEL CALLIGRAPHIC

A QAJAR COPPER-INLAID STEEL CALLIGRAPHIC PADLOCK AND KEY, 19TH CENTURY. - A Persian steel padlock of barrel form, dating from the Qajar era, complete with its matching key. The main body features three horizontal bands of stylised thuluth or naskh calligraphic inscriptions, while the side panels contain circular medallions filled with script. These calligraphic elements are separated by decorative borders of scrolling foliage and floral motifs. The shackle bears a continuous band of inlaid script along its outer edge. The key features an openwork bow with a serpentine interior design and a shank decorated with inlay.  H: Approximately 10cm L: Approximately 11.4cm