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384 - A pair of Qajar papier mâché lacquered book covers, 19th century, Iran, each of rectangular form, decorated in polychrome and gold with a shaped cartouche enclosing roses and other flowering stems on a black ground, within multiple foliate borders (35 x 22.5cm) (2) Condition Report: Losses of paintwork present, the edges frayed from where they have been reviously attached. Some cracking, scratches and pooling to the lacquer. For further images, please request a condition report.
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£600 - 800 (€710 - 960)Sale fees
A pair of Qajar papier mâché lacquered book covers, 19th century, Iran, each of rectangular form, decorated in polychrome and gold with a shaped cartouche enclosing roses and other flowering stems on a black ground, within multiple foliate borders (35 x 22.5cm) (2) Condition Report: Losses of paintwork present, the edges frayed from where they have been reviously attached. Some cracking, scratches and pooling to the lacquer. For further images, please request a condition report.
Auction details
Asian and Islamic Art - Day OneAuction house
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