TWENTY-EIGHT IRON BUCKLES, PERSIA OR AFGHANISTAN, CIRCA 18TH CENTURY each of rectangular convex form with incised and brass inlaid foliate arabesque decoration 9.2 X 12.5cm and smaller Provenance: Private collection Germany acquired 1974-78 in Afghanistan by the vendor while working in development assistance. Descriptions in both printed and on-line catalogue formats do not include condition reports and all lots are sold as viewed. The absence of a condition statement does not imply that the lot is in good condition. Prospective bidders are recommended to request a condition report prior to bidding, wherever possible satisfying themselves in person at the gallery as to the condition of a lot.