Kashkul - bol de derviche
Iran, 19th century
Carved coco de mer teabag with a heart-shaped opening. An epigraphic band in ornamental "naskh" surrounds the object. It is underlined by a frieze of chevrons and trefoils. On the top, a poly-lobed cartouche framed by three hares is inscribed.
H. 15 cm W. 30 cm
A Qajar carved coco-de-mer beggar or dervish bowl, Iran, 19th century