Lot 140: A QAJAR CARVED COCONUT HUQQA BASE, PERSIA, 19TH CENTURY

This vessel is crafted from a polished coconut shell, identified as a kashkul or ceremonial begging bowl from the Qajar Dynasty of Iran. The ovoid form tapers to a natural point at the base, while the top features three circular apertures utilizing the natural germinal pores of the coconut shell. The exterior surface is decorated with three primary circular medallions executed in deep relief carving. These medallions depict figures in Persian courtly costume, characterized by tall, tiered headgear known as a taj and robes with intricate geometric patterns. The figures exhibit the large eyes and joined eyebrows typical of the Qajar period artistic style. Surrounding the medallions are bands of carved calligraphy in a Nasta’liq script, a traditional feature of Persian decorative arts.

L: 15cm