Antique Islamic 15th Century Mamluk Qalamdan Gold Silver Inlaid Brass Pen Box Sold each with a pearl of

each with a pearl of wisdom in it's mouth

Circa 1905

sculpture and painting represented

Circa 1887 he was invited to become a charter member of the Academy of Design

Antique Islamic 15th Century Mamluk Qalamdan Gold Silver Inlaid Brass Pen Box Sold each with a pearl ofA fine and important late 15th century Mamluk period inlaid pen box (Qalamdan), possibly Syria or Mosul, circa late 1400's. The slightly domed pen box is lavishly inlaid with gold and silver to both the exterior and interior, with bird motifs in a floral ground and gold geometric devices. The box having twin riveted hinges to the rear and a clasp to the front. A highly important museum quality 15th century pen box in very good condition. Similar boxes