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Alam

Alam

Artist
CultureSafavid, Iranian
Date16th century
MediumSteel
Dimensions22 5/8 × 13 in. (57.5 × 33 cm)
Classificationsfurnishings & equipment
Credit LineGift of the William E. Shipp Estate, by exchange
Object number2019.31.2
DescriptionOf drop shape consisting of two cut-steel calligraphic panels joined with rivetted steel bars, these two panels are surrounded by an elegant band of scrolling arabesques, a drop-shaped terminal, the base with a rectangular attachment plate, the upper join between the calligraphic panels with pairs of parallel raised bars, minor losses to the openwork.

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