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Antique Persian papier mache scribes pen box, c.1880
Known as a ‘qalamdan’, these were made to store scribes calligraphy pens …
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Antique Persian papier mache scribes pen box, c.1880
Known as a ‘qalamdan’, these were made to store scribes calligraphy pens and brushes. The side slides in and out to open and close the box. Made of papier mache with hand painted decoration showing a country scene with men on horseback. Good overall condition with age and use wear.
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- Dimensions
- 8.5ʺW × 1.5ʺD × 1.5ʺH
- Styles
- Persian
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Lacquer
- Paper Mache
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Mustard
- Condition Notes
- Age and use wear Age and use wear less
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