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Antique Persian Qalamdan Pen Box. A Qajar Papier Mache Polychrome Lacquer Qalamdan

Circa 1840

Size 10"

During the 18th and 19th centuries, Iran witnessed a proliferation in the production of lacquer objects. Regarded as desirable possessions and status symbols, painted lacquerwares were commissioned by royal and elite patrons, sold commercially and exported abroad in quantity. Lacquer painters took great pride in their individual styles, which they demonstrated by signing and dating their works. 


Qajar Persian Pen Box Qalamdan

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