Ewer

The Khalili Collections

The shape is a modification of a Sasanian type [see MTW 455]. It has fine incised surface decoration of foliate bands and medallions and benedictory inscriptions.

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Title: Ewer
Date Created: 10th or 11th century AD
Location Created: Iran
Type: ARTIFACT
Medium: copper alloy, cast, with engraved decoration and openwork thumbpiece

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Copper Engraving Iran Metal