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A large persian 'Safavid Revival' lacquer papier-mâché casket, Qajar dynasty

Estimate
18 000 - 20 000 SEK
1 750 - 1 950 EUR
2 040 - 2 270 USD
Hammer price
Unsold
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Purchasing info
For condition report contact specialist
Christopher Stålhandske
Stockholm
Christopher Stålhandske
Head Specialist Carpets, textiles and Islamic works of art
+46 (0)708 19 12 58
A large persian 'Safavid Revival' lacquer papier-mâché casket, Qajar dynasty

Rectangular with stepped lid and four bracket feet. Length 41 cm, depth 30 cm, height 26 cm.

Wear, some marks.

Provenance

From the Collection of Mr W. Hanna. Mr Hanna graduated from Ecole des Beaux Art in Paris, before joining Hyatt International Hotels in Chicago, USA. His work as Senior Vice President covered overseeing the design of hotels worldwide. This including the selection of architects and interior designers, approval of designs and approval of interior finishing materials and furnishings. After retiring Mr Hanna settled down in Malmö with his Swedish wife in beautifully decorated penthouse flat in “Turning Torso” building.