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Antique Egyptian Brass Inkwell Qalamdan

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A 19th century brass decorated Middle Eastern Islamic Qalamdan. The Qalamdan is in solid brass, etched on all sides with Egyptian floral design. It consists of an inkwell and a pen compartment of typical tubular form with an interior cavity to store a reed pen. Attached to the body is an inkwell with engraved geometric designs with a shell style cover. The piece measures 8 1/2" inches long x 1 3/4" inches high x 2.25" inches deep. Great brass decorative Middle Eastern Islamic metalwork art object.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 1.75 in (4.45 cm)Width: 8.5 in (21.59 cm)Depth: 2.25 in (5.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Moorish (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Refinished. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. polished.
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: EGK221stDibs: LU906826928752
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