Lot 223
  • 223

A fine Qajar gold and polychrome enamelled ghalian cup, Persia, 19th century

Estimate
5,000 - 8,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • enamel
of waisted form with intricately designed wreaths of roses, flowers and grapes to each edge in polychrome enamels on a gold ground, the interior covered in a light blue enamel layer, four drill holes

Condition

In good overall condition, polychrome enamel bright with few minor sections missing, also to interior, as consistent with age, as viewed.
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