Antique Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh rug 11'10'' x 14'4''.
Category
Antique 1890s Persian More Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 9'4'' x 13'0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 9'4'' x 13'0".
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 11’2” x 15’6”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 11’2” x 15’6”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 7'6'' x 9'10''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 7'6'' x 9'10'' A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 9'3'' x 13'0''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 9'3'' x 13'0''. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 6'0" x 8’2”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 6'0" x 8’2”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover patterns
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 3'4'' x 14'0''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 3'4'' x 14'0''. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 13’0" x 18’9”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 13’0" x 18’9”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 9’7" x 12’11”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 9’7" x 12’11”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 10’10” x 14’6”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 10’10” x 14’6”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 11'4'' x 17'2''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh measures 11'4'' x 17'2''. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 5' x 6'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 5' x 6'4''. The rust madder field of this charming NW Persian rustic
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug - Size: 9'10x6'3
Located in Los Angeles, CA
inquire about international shipping rates. Antique Bakhshayesh Rug in Wool and Cotton 9'10x6'3 Key
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Antique 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 13'11'' x 22'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 13'11'' x 22'4''. This “Bakshayesh” period/quality NW Persian rare format
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug Coral Field with Floral Motifs
Located in New York, NY
This antique Bakhshayesh rug is a striking square-format piece characterized by a bold coral red
Category
Late 20th Century Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakhshayesh Runner With Intricate Persian Geometric Patterns 13'5" X 3'5
$3,500
W 41 in L 161 in
Antique Bakhshayesh Runner With Intricate Persian Geometric Patterns 13'5" X 3'5
Located in Los Angeles, US
Step into a world of timeless artistry with this antique Bakhshayesh runner, a Persian treasure
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Kilim Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 9'8'' x 12'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakshaish rug 9'8'' x 12'6''.
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 2’11" x 4’10”
Located in New York, NY
An attractive example of a relatively small production of plain field scatters, on wool or cotton, from the Heriz district around 1900. Madder red plain field with pointed ends and s...
Category
Vintage 1910s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 9'4'' x 13'9''
Located in New York, NY
Altough somewhat wear-compromised, this is still a noble and authentic village piece with an abrashed light blue field developing stepped corners decorated by flowering plants. The p...
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 8'8'' x 9'9''
Located in New York, NY
Bakhshaish Rug 8'8'' x 9'9''.
Category
Vintage 1920s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Fine Antique Bakhshayesh Carpet, Rust, Brown, Blue and Pink Tones
Located in New York, NY
Bakhshayeh carpets are an older and more Primitive version of antique Serapi and heriz carpets
Category
Antique 1890s Persian Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
CYBER EVENT C.1870 Antique Serapi Rug Antique Bakhshayesh Rare 160x213cm 5' X 7'
$6,734
W 63 in L 84 in
CYBER EVENT C.1870 Antique Serapi Rug Antique Bakhshayesh Rare 160x213cm 5' X 7'
Located in New York, NY
This is an antique Serapi Heriz Bakhshaayesh rug with meticulous geometric design- The cold climate
Category
Antique 1870s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakshayesh Rug 2'4'' x 4'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh rug 2'4'' x 4'4''.
Category
Antique 1880s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Bakhshayesh, Antique
Located in Los Gatos, CA
4'x5' Bakhshayesh, Antique
Category
Antique 19th Century Persian Tribal Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 4'0" x 6’4”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 4'0" x 6’4” Generally in squarish sizes, allover patterns and
Category
Antique Early 1800s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 3'0" x 4'5''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 3'0" x 4'5''. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 2'9" x 9’3”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 2'9" x 9’3”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 2’8” x 13’8"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 2’8” x 13’8". A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 10'0" x 13’0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 10'0" x 13’0". A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 9'5'' x 11'4''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 9'5'' x 11'4''. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Runner 3’2” x 18’9”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Runner 3’2” x 18’9”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 9’5" x 14’8”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 9’5" x 14’8”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 10’3” x 10’9”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 10’3” x 10’9”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 5'2" x 9’4”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 5'2" x 9’4”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes, allover
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 10’6" x 11’7”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 10’6" x 11’7”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique NW Bakhshayesh Rug 5'0'' x 6'0''
Located in New York, NY
Antique NW Bakhshayesh Rug 5'0'' x 6'0''. Definitely in an Afshar style, this moderately woven
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 10'10'' x 14'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 10'10'' x 14'6''. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 9'6" x 10’9”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 9'6" x 10’9”. The ecru/straw field of this rustic Heriz/Bakshayesh
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 9'8'' x 11'6''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 9'8'' x 11'6''.A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 3'6'' x 8'9''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 3'6'' x 8'9''. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 3'10'' x 6'1''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 3'10'' x 6'1''. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Fine Antique Tribal Bakhshayesh Rug 3'11'' x 6'0''
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Tribal Bakhshayesh Rug 3'11'' x 6'0''.
Category
Antique Early 1900s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Fine Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 5’9" x 8’7"
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug 5’9" x 8’7". A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Long Rug 3'2" x 12’0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Long Rug 3'2" x 12’0". A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique NW Persian (Bakhshayesh) Rug 3'10" x 7’3"
Located in New York, NY
Antique NW Persian (Bakhshayesh) Rug 3'10" x 7’3". A type of Heriz, generally in squarish sizes
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Long Rug 5'8" x 14’6”
Located in New York, NY
Early Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Long Rug 5'8" x 14’6”. A type of Heriz, generally in squarish
Category
Antique Mid-19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Fine Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Tribal Wool Rug 5'6" x 7'7"
$14,400Sale Price|20% Off
W 67.2 in L 92.4 in
Fine Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Tribal Wool Rug 5'6" x 7'7"
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Tribal Wool Rug 5'6" x 7'7". A type of Heriz, generally in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh unusal Tree Design Rug 4’2" x 6’11"
$6,800Sale Price|20% Off
W 50.4 in L 73.32 in
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh unusal Tree Design Rug 4’2" x 6’11"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh unusal Tree Design Rug 4’2" x 6’11". A type of Heriz, generally in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Fine Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Tribal Wool Rug 2'11" x 4’4"
$3,600Sale Price|20% Off
W 25.32 in L 52.8 in
Fine Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Tribal Wool Rug 2'11" x 4’4"
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Tribal Wool Rug 2'11" x 4’4". A type of Heriz, generally in
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Rare Antique Heriz Bakhshayesh Carpet, Brown and Rich Red Field, B
Located in New York, NY
A sun face on the comb fringed central palmette is among the charming naive details on this nicely abrashed tan-camel tone NW Persian carpet. Other amusing elements include tribal an...
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Antique Early 1900s Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Bakshaish Rug (Bakhshayesh) 13.2x19.6 Palace size made for a King
$120,000
W 158 in L 235 in
19th Century Bakshaish Rug (Bakhshayesh) 13.2x19.6 Palace size made for a King
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Persian motifs. The finest antique Bakshaish (also spelled Bakhshayesh or Bakshish) are typically larger
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
9'6"x13'6" Serapi, Antique
Located in Los Gatos, CA
Antique Persian Serapi / Bakhshayesh Carpet Northwest Persia, circa 1880s A commanding, museum
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Antique 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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Antique Bakhshayesh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
An attractive and decorative BAkhshayesh carpet.
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Runner Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
coloration. Wear Notes: 8 Wear Guide: Vintage and antique rugs are by nature, pre-loved and may show
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Antique Early 1800s Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Bakhshayesh rug, circa 1870.
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Bakhshayesh rug, circa 1890.
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Bakhshayesh rug, circa 1900.
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Early 20th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in Louisville, KY
An antique Persian Bakhshayesh rug, circa 1890.
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Hand Knotted Wool Persian Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a beautiful example of the late 19th century antique Persian Bakhshayesh rugs with a bold
Category
Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Serapi Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in Chamblee, GA
Absolutely rare original in all aspects and details. 130 year Persian Serapi Geo Floral Rug with an Ivory background and 3 Medallions. Age apparent patina, well distributed differen...
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Pasargad Home Antique Persian Bakhshayesh 11 ft 1 in x 20 ft 6 in
Located in Port Washington, NY
Breathtaking and quite rare Antique Persian Bakhshayesh rug, country of origin / rug type: Persian
Category
Vintage 1910s Persian Central Asian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 3'6'' x 8'5''
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug 3'6'' x 8'5''
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Antique 1890s Persian Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Bakhshaish rug, measures : 3'10'' x 11'11''. This moderately woven NW Persia kenare (runner
Category
Antique 1890s More Carpets
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Bakhshayesh Rug
Located in New York, NY
This extraordinary antique Bakshaish has a design derived from Caucasian rugs woven further north
Category
Antique 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Runner Rug with Floral Medallions and Tribal Details
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Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Runner Rug with Floral Medallions and Tribal Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Antique Persian runner rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural
Category
20th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Bakshaish Rug (Bakhshayesh) 10 x 11.6 blue background
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Persian motifs. The finest antique Bakshaish (also spelled Bakhshayesh or Bakshish) are typically larger
Category
Antique Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Runner Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a beautiful and rare antique hand-knotted Persian Bakhshayesh runner rug in the traditional
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Antique Late 19th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Small Antique Persian Bakhshayesh Serapi Rug
Located in Atlanta, GA
This is a small antique hand knotted Persian Bakhshayesh Serapi rug. It is made with wool pile
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Heriz Serapi Persian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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Antique Bakhshayesh For Sale on 1stDibs
At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique bakhshayesh for your home. An antique bakhshayesh — often made from fabric, wool and cotton — can elevate any home. You’ve searched high and low for the perfect antique bakhshayesh — we have versions that date back to the 19th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century are available. Each antique bakhshayesh bearing hallmarks is very popular.
How Much is a Antique Bakhshayesh?
Prices for an antique bakhshayesh start at $3,900 and top out at $95,000 with the average selling for $25,000.
Finding the Right Persian-rugs for You
Make a bold statement in a living room or bedroom by incorporating vintage Persian rugs in your home decor.
A Persian carpet lends an aura of prestige to any room, even today. The fascination with Persian rugs dates at least as far back as the 4th century B.C., when historian Xenophon referred to the “soft rugs on which the Persians sit.” For centuries, Iran (modern-day Persia) has been known for the craftsmanship, intricate patterns and artistry of its carpets, which have found their way into households and museums around the world.
Although they have many imitators, real Persian rugs are made only in Iran and are easily recognized by their vibrant colors and elegant patterns.
Traditional, or antique, Persian rugs are what most people identify as “authentic.” Hand-made, they are very durable and, if properly cared for, can be passed down from generation to generation. Modern Persians, on the other hand, are often machine-made. Today’s carpets, Iranian or otherwise, can’t possibly match the level of craftsmanship that prevailed centuries ago, so historical Persian carpets will always be admired and highly valued.
Although the machine-aided production process is much faster and cheaper, the resulting rugs typically do not have the same quality or lifespan as handwoven ones, so traditional options are considered better investments.
To distinguish between the two, look for imperfections. Because traditional Persian rugs are handwoven, you will likely see small flaws on the front and back. With a machine-made imitation, on the other hand, you will probably not find stitching glitches, and the back will have a mesh or plastic covering.
Antique rugs are handmade from the finest materials, including wool, silk or cotton — never synthetic fibers. The fibers used in antique rugs are colored using natural dyes derived from insects and plants and woven into bold designs that reflect Iran’s culture and history. Since Persian tribes traditionally raised and herded sheep, wool was the most common material. The fiber has many advantages: It is fire-resistant and dries much more quickly than cotton. Also, because of its natural elasticity, it is more durable than cotton or silk. Regarded as works of art, Persian rugs can take months or years to complete.
The different types of Persian rugs are named for the cities, villages and regions where they’re made. Kashan rugs, for example, woven in the north-central Iranian city of Kashan, are considered among the finest city rugs, distinguished by curvilinear motifs like palmettos, leaves and arabesques. Nains have high knot counts, an indication of high quality, and generally employ pink, blue and ivory hues, while Tabriz rugs — created by weavers in the northwestern Iranian city of Tabrīz (or Tabriz) — mostly have floral and garden patterns.
When shopping for vintage Persian rugs, you'll want to consider color, size and more — for a history of these rugs and tips on how to style yours, visit our guide to these woven creations today.
Find Tabriz rugs, handmade silk Persian rugs, Persian tribal rugs and other antique and vintage rugs from the world's best furniture dealers on 1stDibs.
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Modular Shelving Plastic
Mohair Bear
Molten Glass Table
Mondrian Ceramic
Monkey Fabric
Monks Vases
Moorcroft Pomegranate Vase
Moriage Dragon
Moroccan Judaica
Moroccan Vase Filigree
Mosaic Disco
Moser Amber
Moser Casket Box
Moser Champagne Glasses
Moser Champagne
Moser Glass Casket
Moser Perfume Bottle