Jug aftabe, aftabe, geometric and plant ornament, dragons, zoomorphism; Decoration: dense plant and geometric ornament. Persian, Qajar dynasty 1785–1925, 19th century; Central Asia, / Iran ; vessel; height 34.0 cm, width 22.7 cm, diameter 13.3 cm., An ornate metal ewer with a bulbous body, a flared pedestal base, a tall neck topped by a domed lid with a finial, a curved spout with a floral-shaped tip, and a decorative handle attached to the side; the surface is covered in intricate engraved patterns and textured motifs. The visible colors are brown and brass tones with hints of darker patina and subtle greenish aging.
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Jug aftabe, aftabe, geometric and plant ornament, dragons, zoomorphism; Decoration: dense plant and geometric ornament. Persian, Qajar dynasty 1785–1925, 19th century; Central Asia, / Iran ; vessel; height 34.0 cm, width 22.7 cm, diameter 13.3 cm., An ornate metal ewer with a bulbous body, a flared pedestal base, a tall neck topped by a domed lid with a finial, a curved spout with a floral-shaped tip, and a decorative handle attached to the side; the surface is covered in intricate engraved patterns and textured motifs. The visible colors are brown and brass tones with hints of darker patina and subtle greenish aging.

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