Lot 220: A Qajar Copper Kashkul Beggar's Bowl with Dragon-Head...
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A Qajar Copper Kashkul Beggar’s Bowl with Dragon-Head Terminals, 19th Century.
An elegant boat-shaped Qajar kashkul finely crafted from copper, standing on a short flared foot. The vessel is richly decorated with bands of intricate thuluth calligraphy, interlaced vegetal scrolls, and symmetrical medallion designs. Each side is fitted with a prominent handle terminating in a stylized dragon head, pierced for suspension.
H: Approximately 13.5cm
L: Approximately 47cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London collector.
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