A PAIR OF QAJAR REPOUSSÉ SILVER VASES Possibly Shiraz, Iran, 19th century  Each of pyriform shape, rising from a flat circular foot to a flared neck with ridged mouth, the repoussé decoration consisting of several figural cartouches interlocked by leafy vegetal tendrils and flower heads, 29cm high. The figural decoration in the cartouches on the body illustrates several scenes reminiscent of Persia's glorious past, very much in line with the artistic tradition from Shiraz and the Fars region. As an example, one cartouche replicates the stone carving of the investiture of Ardashir I at Naqsh-e Rostam, one stylises possibly the relief of the Great Victory of Shapour I, another illustrates the typical 'Parthian shot' composition on horseback. The smaller cartouches on the neck and base are instead decorated with dancing and banqueting scenes, perfectly in tune with an imperial taste reminiscing Achaemenid times.