Brass Ceremonial Alam with calligraphic openwork, 23.75 inches tall, Alam Standards are used in many parts of the Muslim world by the Shi'a community in processions marking the martyrdom of Imam Husain, grandson of the Prophet Muhammad, who died at the Battle of Karbala in A.D. 680.
Condition
in good condition with minor oxidation. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. Merchandise will be packed and transported by the purchaser at their own risk and expense. A list of recommended shippers is on our website: https://www.conceptgallery.com/auctions/shipping/ .