An early to mid-20th century Iraqi silver and niello cigarette case, circa 1930-40
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An early to mid-20th century Iraqi silver and niello cigarette case, circa 1930-40
of curved rectangular form with rounded corners. The front nielloed with a scene of the Abu Hanifa al in Nu'man, Baghdad, with a dhow sailing boats. The obverse with the Taq Kasra (Ruins of Ctesiphon) and two camels. Signed to the front.
Length – 10.4 cm / 4.1 inches
Weight – 137 grams / 4.4 ozt
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An early to mid-20th century Iraqi silver and niello cigarette case, circa 1930-40
Estimate £150 - £250
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