An unfinished Qajar lacquer penbox (qalamdan), Persia, early 20th Century
with rounded ends and sliding tray, decorated in polychrome and gilt with a cartouche containing a battle scene
23.3 cm. long.
Provenance
Private UK collection.
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with rounded ends and sliding tray, decorated in polychrome and gilt with a cartouche containing a battle scene
23.3 cm. long.
Provenance
Private UK collection.
Important Notice to Buyers
Some countries e.g., the US, prohibit or restrict the purchase by its citizens (wherever located) and/or the import of certain types of Iranian-origin works. As a convenience to buyers, Bonhams has marked with the symbol R all lots of Iranian (Persian) origin. It is each buyer's responsibility to ensure that they do not bid or import a lot in contravention of the sanctions or trade embargoes that apply to them.