* A QAJAR SILVER ENAMELLED WATER PIPE (QALYAN) PROPERTY FROM AN IMPORTANT EUROPEAN PRIVATE COLLECTION   Iran, 19th century  Of traditional ovoid form, the spout and rim with floral collars, the central section of the body decorated with six large oval medallions of chased silver vegetal tendrils, birds and flower heads on a ground of cobalt blue enamel, the upper and lower parts of the body with six polychrome-painted enamel cartouches with crenellated gilt borders depicting youths and members of the royal entourage, interspersed with silver-chased birds and floral motifs on cobalt blue enamelled ground, at the bottom two bands of floral garlands and gilt scrollwork, approximately 22cm high. * Please note that this lot is subject to import VAT at a preferential rate of 5% on the Hammer Price and the prevailing rate on the Buyer's Premium.