ART OF THE ISLAMIC WORLD AND INDIA

A GILT METAL AND WOOD GHALIAN CUP, QAJAR, PERSIA, 19TH CENTURY

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Start price: £190

Estimated price: £200 - £400

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Description

The flaring metal bowl is inlaid with intricate gilt scrollwork and repeating foliate motifs, interspersed with medallions featuring animal figures. These designs stand out against the darkened patina of the metal. The cup is mounted on a tall, turned wooden stem with a circular foot. 

H: 17 cm