Description
IRAN QAJAR, 19th century Paper-mache sliding-compartment PLUMIER or QALAMDAN with painted, gilded and lacquered decoration of three maternity scenes in medallions and scenes of relaxation in palace interiors on a background of flowers and foliage Bears two labels mentioning the 1940 Persian Exhibition in New-York and the former Kirkor Minassian collection. L. 23.5 cm (minor flaking, accidents and missing parts)
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IRAN QAJAR, 19th century Paper-mache sliding-compartment PLUMIER or QALAMDAN with painted, gilded and lacquered decoration of three maternity scenes in medallions and scenes of relaxation in palace interiors on a background of flowers and foliage Bears two labels mentioning the 1940 Persian Exhibition in New-York and the former Kirkor Minassian collection. L. 23.5 cm (minor flaking, accidents and missing parts)