Perfume Bottle (Marash)

A perfume bottle, known locally as Marash, made from transparent blue/green glass decorated with red and white floral motifs and geometrical patterns. The bottle is placed on a slightly raised round base. The cylindrical body ends with a long nozzle, where the fragrance is sprayed. It was used to hold rose water which is sprinkled on clothes for special occasions, especially weddings. This perfume bottle was imported from India; serving as a reminder of Qatar’s extensive trade relations with India during the 19th century.