Pitcher (2) - Copper
No. 30374265
Metal wall plate with Persian king Darius - Copper, Pewter/Tin
No. 30374265
Metal wall plate with Persian king Darius - Copper, Pewter/Tin
According to obtained information, it is a copper, hand-hammered plate that is covered with a thin layer of pewter. Because of the small irregularities in the figures and the decoration you can assess that it is a beautiful handcraft.
The figures depicted correspond to figures from the excavations in the cities of ancient Persia, the present-day Iran.
The image on the throne would be King Darius I of Persia, who lived from 522-485 B. C.
The floating image on the top of the plate could be the god Ahura Mazda. (The God of the Good)
The plate is 39 cm in diameter.
Will be properly packaged and shipped by registered post.
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