An extraordinary Qajar Qalamdan - Steel, Silver, Gold - Middle East - 19th century
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A 19th‑century Qajar Qalamdan from the Middle East, with gold and silver inlays, decorated with calligraphy and floral ornamentation, measuring about 20 cm long, 3.3 cm wide and 2.5 cm high.
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An exceptional Qajar Qalamdan (pen case) from the 19th century with elaborate and detailed decoration.
The Qalamdan is decorated with artistically crafted calligraphy and floral ornaments. Especially noteworthy are the gold inlays in the lettering and the decoration as well as the silver inlays on the sides or edge areas. The combination of gold and silver embellishments on the dark background gives the piece a particularly attractive and high-quality appearance.
Qalamdane were traditionally used to store writing instruments and are closely linked with Persian writing and calligraphy art. The elongated shape and the elaborate metal ornamentation make this specimen an interesting object for collectors of Persian and Islamic art.
Item data:
* Item: Qalamdan / pen case
* Origin: Middle East
* Dating: 19th century
* Ornamentation: gold and silver inlay
* Decoration: calligraphy and floral ornamentation
* Length: about 20 cm
* Width: about 3.3 cm
* Height: about 2.5 cm
* Weight: about 330 g
Condition:
Antique, age-appropriate condition with corresponding age and wear marks. Please examine the photos carefully. The images are part of the item description and show the actual condition of the offered piece.
An exceptional collector's item for lovers of Persian art, Islamic art, antique calligraphy, and historic writing instruments.
An exceptional Qajar Qalamdan (pen case) from the 19th century with elaborate and detailed decoration.
The Qalamdan is decorated with artistically crafted calligraphy and floral ornaments. Especially noteworthy are the gold inlays in the lettering and the decoration as well as the silver inlays on the sides or edge areas. The combination of gold and silver embellishments on the dark background gives the piece a particularly attractive and high-quality appearance.
Qalamdane were traditionally used to store writing instruments and are closely linked with Persian writing and calligraphy art. The elongated shape and the elaborate metal ornamentation make this specimen an interesting object for collectors of Persian and Islamic art.
Item data:
* Item: Qalamdan / pen case
* Origin: Middle East
* Dating: 19th century
* Ornamentation: gold and silver inlay
* Decoration: calligraphy and floral ornamentation
* Length: about 20 cm
* Width: about 3.3 cm
* Height: about 2.5 cm
* Weight: about 330 g
Condition:
Antique, age-appropriate condition with corresponding age and wear marks. Please examine the photos carefully. The images are part of the item description and show the actual condition of the offered piece.
An exceptional collector's item for lovers of Persian art, Islamic art, antique calligraphy, and historic writing instruments.
Details
Dynastic Style/Period
19th century
Number of objects
1
Country of Origin
Middle East
Material
Gold, Silver, Steel
Height
2.5 cm
Width
3.3 cm
Title of artwork
An extraordinary Qajar Qalamdan
Depth
20 cm
Condition
Good condition
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