Six-figure candlestick stands out as a shining example of Mamluk artistry

Estimated at $5000-10,000, a 14th century candlestick made during the classical period of Mamluk artistic production hammered for $100,000 (£79,500) at Leland Little (20% buyer’s premium) in Hillsborough, North Carolina, on December 1.

The 9in (22cm) high silver-inlaid brass candlestick was probably used in court ceremonies or celeb…

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