Pouring Vessel in the Form of a Bird

12th century AD

The Khalili Collections

The vessel is in the form of a stylised long-necked bird, with a plump body and stubby tail. Its plumage is delicately engraved. Two small lugs on the neck may have been for a detachable half cylinder to complete it. The neck and breast bear benedictory naskh inscriptions.

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Title: Pouring Vessel in the Form of a Bird
Date Created: 12th century AD
Location Created: Iran, Khurasan
Type: ARTIFACT
Medium: quaternary copper alloy, cast, engraved and inlaid with silver

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