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Written by: Volkan DemirResearcher · Islamic & Ottoman Arts
Asian Art · Catalogue no. 212607
IslamicPen Box (Qalamdan)
StatusReference work · Not for sale
Held byArt Institute of Chicago
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| Artist / Maker | Islamic |
|---|---|
| Date | Qajar dynasty (1796–1925), 19th century |
| Culture / Origin | Iran |
| Medium | Painted and lacquered papier-mâché |
| Dimensions | 3 × 20 × 3 cm (1 3/16 × 7 7/8 × 1 3/16 in.) |
| Department | Arts of Asia |
| Type | Decorative Arts |
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