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Antique Persian Qajar Copper Vase - Antique Persian Qajar (Qajar) copper vase, 19th century. Of rounded form, decorated overall with hand-engraved motifs of animals and plants interspersed with Arabic calligraphy. Height: 29 cm. Maximum diameter: 28 cm. Light wear, principally the patina of the period.  1.99 kg.  * Persian copper vases from the Qajar period (Qajar, rulers 1789–1925) reflect a remarkable combination of traditional Islamic motifs and European influences. These vases, known for the art of Qalamzani (Qalamzani — engraving and hammered/raised relief work), are characterized by intricate ornamentation of birds, animals, pictorial scenes from Persian poetry, and geometric patterns. They are typically made of copper (or brass).