This is a very detailed and superbly done 19th century Persian paper mâché pen box, or Qalamdan, with miniature paintings on three sides, and gold floral decorations on the bottom and on the sides of the drawer part. There is also a small ink well, made of brass, inside the drawer part of the pen box (see the photos). The pen box is in very good condition regarding its age. SIZE: About 9" X 1 3/4" X 1 3/8.
The item "19th C Persian Paper Mache Qalamdan/Pen Box-Qajar/Ottoman/Islamic/Turkish" is in sale since Saturday, July 21, 2018. This item is in the category "Antiques\Asian Antiques\Middle East".kefaar" and is located in Atlanta, Georgia.This item can be shipped worldwide.