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Written by: Seda YılmazResearcher · Islamic & Ottoman Arts
Asian Art · Catalogue no. 98427
IslamicAstrolabe
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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| Artist / Maker | Islamic |
|---|---|
| Date | Qajar dynasty (1786–1925), Late 18th century with later additions |
| Culture / Origin | Iran |
| Medium | Brass with pierced and engraved decoration |
| Dimensions | 25.2 × 18.5 × 3 cm (9 15/16 × 7 1/4 × 1 3/16 in.) |
| Department | Arts of Asia |
| Type | Metalwork |
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