Lot 275: A Mughal Jade and Mother-of-Pearl Gunpowder Flask.
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A Mughal Jade and Mother-of-Pearl Gunpowder Flask.
A Mughal gunpowder flask composed of a richly carved deep-green jade head and terminal, joined by a curving body entirely overlaid with shimmering mother-of-pearl scales in warm iridescent tones of cream, gold, and soft grey. The jade sections are carved in the form of stylised animal heads, each set with small coloured glass cabochons for the eyes. The detachable jade stopper is carved in lobed form and also features a coloured glass inset at the top.
L: Approximately 18.5cm
Provenance: Private collection from a distinguished W London lady
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