11th Jun, 2021 11:00
A mid-20th century Iraqi silver and niello cigarette box, Basra circa 1950
Of rectangular form with wooden interior. The lid with a niello scene of palm trees before the Abu Hanifa al in Nu'man, Baghdad and a dhow sailing boat. The interior of the lid engraved with a presentation inscription reading “To Mr and Mrs Lister, from Class Six Newmansour School in Appreciation”. Unsigned.
Length – 18.2 cm / 7.1 inches
Sold for £450
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